Caution! Telephone fraudsters are up to mischief in Oberlausitz

Caution! Telephone fraudsters are up to mischief in Oberlausitz

The fraudsters are active in Upper Lusatia and the Görlitz police department urgently warns the citizens of telephone fraudsters who pretend to be a police. In the districts of Bautzen and Görlitz, these crooks tried to collect information about potential victims through skillful manipulation. They do this by calling and reporting from burglars to ask the open doors or existing alarm systems. This is how you try to recognize weaknesses that you can take advantage of.

These fraudulent calls are part of a worrying trend. Another fraud model revolves around false bank employees who want to make those called to reveal their TAN numbers. This stitch is declared a supposed need to reactivate an online account. However, it is noteworthy that the majority of the people mentioned have often broken the phone calls, which has so far not led to any financial losses.

fast reactions are important

The police warn: Don't be put under pressure, no matter what stories the fraudsters use to enforce their claims. It is crucial to stay calm and to make thoughtful decisions.

The Görlitz police are particularly warning to be careful when calling, the monetary claims or the surrender of sensitive data. In Germany, it is important to know that real police officers or authorities never request money or deposits after an accident by phone. In these situations, those affected should simply put on and possibly consult relatives or neighbors. If in doubt, it is always advisable to inform the police to minimize possible risks. These precautions should be discussed particularly with older relatives, who may be more susceptible to attempts at fraud.

For more information about how to protect yourself from telephone fraud, the Saxons police offer helpful tips in their "listen to the reconnaissance campaign. .