A fraud case was reported on June 2, 2023, showing that online credit fraud remains a major threat. A 40-year-old man from Stadthagen was the victim of a carefully orchestrated fraud. The scam took place via an unexpected Facebook account.

Too good to be true

He was contacted by a woman he didn't know who offered him a loan with conditions that were too good to be true. With a term of 24 months and an interest rate of just 2%, the offer seemed perfect. Initially skeptical, the sending of a photo ID and intensive contact over a longer period of time convinced him of the credibility of the offer.

Finally, he signed a contract and made payments totaling 1,070 euros. However, when the loan was not approved, he began to have doubts and went to his bank. There he learned that he had been the victim of a scam.

Police warning

The police warn against such scenarios and urge caution. As a rule, it is a sign of a dubious offer if someone offers a loan without being asked on the Internet. If the conditions deviate significantly from the usual market conditions, it is better to forego the offer.

Increasing digitalization not only offers opportunities and conveniences, but also brings with it risks. Fraudsters are particularly inventive when it comes to credit and money transactions on the Internet. They use the anonymity of the Internet and people's need for their criminal activities.

Be skeptical

  • Therefore, always be skeptical if offers sound too good to be true.
  • Check the credibility of the provider and read the contract carefully.
  • Please seek independent third party advice before making any financial commitments. Your financial security could depend on it.

Source:

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