The scam: fraud via fake shop

A typical case: A 34-year-old wanted to buy two cubic meters of beech firewood via a website. When she entered her details in the order form, she was directed directly to a French account for the transfer. After the transfer, the woman from Dinslaken dialed a telephone number that was listed on the website to arrange a delivery date. But the number was not taken.

The police warn

The police advise: Internet users should find out more about the shop before ordering. If there are many negative reviews, you should be careful. Reputable shops are characterized by the fact that they offer secure payment options with buyer protection or purchase on account. Anyone who has fallen victim to fraud should report it to the police.

Source: Press portal

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