On September 15, a senior citizen fell victim to fraudsters who posed as employees of a local court. Since the 79-year-old believed the caller, she handed over 500 euros to a “money messenger”. When she went to her bank the next day, an employee became suspicious and recommended that she report the matter to the police. The police warn and give tips.

The call to the woman from Bad Wildung came on Thursday afternoon. A man introduced himself as an employee of the Frankfurt District Court. He described that there was a claim against her for 600 euros. If she doesn't pay, her account will have to be blocked.

The senior citizen was unsettled and believed the fraudulent caller. It was agreed that the money would be picked up by a “messenger”. The announced money messenger appeared around 5 p.m. The 79-year-old gave him 500 euros and promised to pay the remaining 100 euros the next day.

The fraudster answered the phone again on Friday afternoon and announced that he would collect the remaining money in the evening. The senior citizen went to her bank to withdraw the 100 euros and inquire about a possible account blocking. The bank employee suspected that the woman had fallen victim to fraudsters and advised her to report the matter to the police.

The Bad Wildungen police station then began the investigation. However, the “money messenger” no longer appeared at the senior citizen’s apartment and could no longer be found during the search.

Police tips

  • In general, you should be careful if someone calls and claims that you are in debt somewhere. If you are not aware of any invoices or reminders, the call is most likely an attempt at fraud.
  • Never give out your personal information over the phone or confirm it when asked.
  • Under no circumstances should you allow yourself to be put under pressure.
  • Reject unjustified demands for money.
  • Ask the caller for the name, address and telephone number of the person responsible and where the alleged debt actually comes from, and write down the answers.
  • If the call seems strange to you, hang up as a precaution and call the police.

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Source: PP/Police Korbach

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