The perpetrators pose as employees of a government institution or an electricity provider and request personal and customer-related data. You indicate that you would like to make contract changes in the interests of consumers.

“Electricity price brake” scam

The data is then misused. The amount of damage may vary in individual cases. The police regularly advise against various scams.

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Our tips:

  • Be suspicious. Do not give out any personal information, including customer information.
  • If you have the slightest doubt, hang up.
  • Dial the phone number of your energy provider that you know and find out directly about the current procedure.
  • If you suspect a fraudulent call, contact the police.

Source: Schwerin Police Station

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