Tricky, false and cunning – these are the scammers of today. In a world in which digitalization is taking up more and more space, older people are often an easy target. With the tactical skills of a modern con artist, they are able to exploit this particularly vulnerable population group and get their money. One such case recently occurred in Münster, where a pensioner fell victim to the so-called “wrong daughter”. But what exactly happened? And how can you protect yourself and your loved ones from this?
The “False Daughter” scam
On June 27, an ordinary Tuesday morning, a 73-year-old man from Münster received a text message from a woman claiming to be his daughter. The stranger claimed that her cell phone was broken and that she urgently needed help. She asked the man to contact her via WhatsApp on a new number. The man made contact unsuspectingly and worried about his daughter.
The manipulative conversation
During the chat, the fraudsters used a pretext to demand a real-time transfer of 1,999.99 euros. With clever words and an unwavering demeanor, they managed to deceive the pensioner. Like many of us, he would have thought he was helping his daughter in an emergency situation and did what was asked of him - he transferred the amount to the account mentioned.
It took a while for the 73-year-old to realize that something was wrong. He contacted his daughter at her workplace and his worst fears were confirmed - he had been scammed. He immediately called the police and filed a report.
How you can protect yourself and your loved ones from scams
Scams like this are frightening and should be a warning to everyone. Scammers use a variety of tactics and it is important to be vigilant and consider the following points:
- Always verify the identity of the person asking you for money, especially when large amounts are involved.
- If you feel unsafe, end the conversation and bring in someone you trust.
- If you suspect anything, do not hesitate to alert the police.
Conclusion: Fraud is a serious crime that can have serious consequences for victims. The “wrong daughter” scam shows how important it is to be informed and to always question communication. We all have a duty to protect our elderly relatives and friends. So warn your parents and grandparents! Take the time to share this valuable advice with them and let them know that they should always seek the advice of someone they trust when it comes to financial matters. Because as the saying goes, “It’s better to be safe than sorry.”
Also read: 94 percent of online shops in Germany affected by fraud
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