If the locksmith is horribly expensive and doesn't want to charge you, this is an indication of fraud.
A 32-year-old from Lenzinghausen was amazed on Sunday (December 15th) when the apartment door suddenly closed behind him in the breeze and he was no longer able to get into his apartment.
By searching the internet, perhaps quickly using his smartphone, he quickly found help that many locksmith services offer online. “It's a little long to get there, but they're happy to help.” are well-known sentences from fraudulent companies that maintain a network and want to achieve exorbitant prices.
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In this case, a simple door opening quickly ended up costing 420 euros, which would have to be paid in cash on the spot. The young man from Spenge reacted correctly and didn't pay immediately. He insisted on an invoice, which is not a problem with reputable locksmiths in the region.
In this context, the police advise that you always receive a proper invoice with the company address and the person responsible for the execution. This is not a problem for local tradesmen, because good performance keeps customers. The investigation into this case is ongoing. The injured party hired a lawyer for this criminal case.
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Source: Herford District Police Authority
Article image: Shutterstock / By Mike_shots
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