Fraudulent waterworks: Seniors in Bremen Victim of theft!

Fraudulent waterworks: Seniors in Bremen Victim of theft!

In Bremen-Easterholz and Bremen-Huchting, two senior citizens of false waterworks were stolen on Tuesday morning, May 27, 2025. This is reported by the Weser-Kurier . Between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., a 93-year-old woman from Ellenerbrok-Schevemoor opened the door for an unknown man who spent out as a waterworks. The perpetrator asked her to open taps, but fled when the elderly woman became skeptical. Meanwhile, an accomplice crept into the apartment and stolen cash and jewelry from other rooms.

A similar incident occurred in an 87-year-old woman in middle shores. Here two men were a waterworks. While one distracted the woman, the other searched her apartment and steel a jewelry box and two wristwatches. The Bremen police have informed the population about the incidents and warns of further trick frauds in the entire urban area. The police advise you to leave only craftsmen who have been appointed by those affected or announced by the property management.

important safety tips

The Bremen police recommend that you contact the police immediately under emergency number 110 and to consult neighbors or confidants. In the past few days, other similar fraud cases have been reported in the region, which underlines the urgency of the warning. In this context, the city administration also referred to the prevention center of the Bremen police, where further information is available.

In addition to the current situation, experts from Federal Ministry for Family, Seniors, Women and Youth Important information on the crime prevention for seniors. Criminals often use methods that aim to deceive older people and get their wealth. These include telephone calls from supposed relatives or front door visits to alleged craftsmen. The brochure "Guess who is?" offers valuable tips for the detection of fraudsters and gives advice for protection against such attacks.

The incidents illustrate the persistent danger from trick thieves, especially for older people. Preventive measures and vigilance are essential to prevent such offenses and to strengthen the feeling of security of those affected.