Fraudulent shock calls: police warn of brazen mesh!

Fraudulent shock calls: police warn of brazen mesh!

Lutzhorn, Deutschland - In the district of Pinneberg, a shocking fraud occurred that alerted the police. On Thursday, November 14, 2024, a victim fell for a perfidious shock call, in which a caller spent out as a police officer. The fraudster claimed that the victim's daughter was involved in a serious accident and had to pay a high deposit to avoid imprisonment. In a moment of panic, the victim handed over a five -digit amount to the fraudster.

The police already have references to a gray car with a Polish license plate, which was spotted on the same day at 12:30 p.m. in the street "Im Dorf" in Lutzhorn. It is currently being determined whether this car is connected to the fraud. The police asks witnesses who have seen the car or can provide information about the drivers to report on 04101 - 202 - 0.

watchful citizens are required!

The police urgently warns of such fraudulent calls that increase nationwide. The perpetrators are often very convincing and use personal information to unsettle their victims. Older people in particular are often the goal of such machinations. The police appeal to the citizens to act immediately when calling suspects: put on, do not talk about personal finances and never hand over money to strangers!

In addition, it is advised to exchange information about such fraud stitches with family members in order to sensitize the older relatives. You can find more security tips on the website of the Schleswig-Holstein State Police and the police crime prevention. Protect yourself and your loved ones from these unscrupulous fraudsters!