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Danger! Police warn of fake PayPal links online!
On June 15, 2025, police warn in the Ludwigslust-Parchim district of a new online scam with fake PayPal links.
Danger! Police warn of fake PayPal links online!
Caution is currently advised in the Ludwigslust-Parchim district! The police warn of a new oneInternet scamwith fake PayPal links that have trapped several people in the last few weeks. A recent report from NDR According to reports, fraudsters posed as buyers of goods that their victims had offered on various sales platforms. In the corresponding period, the damage already adds up to over 3,000 euros.
How does this scam work? The fraudsters announce a payment via PayPal and send their victims a link or QR code. With this access you then gain access to the sellers’ accounts. It is important to know that such cases have already been reported to PayPal and the respective sales platforms.
It's better to be safe than sorry
The police strongly recommend that you do not click on links sent by unknown senders. Instead, buyers and sellers should access their accounts directly through official payment services. Anyone who has already been a victim of such fraud should contact them immediatelyhouse bankreport to prevent debits. A timely report can potentially minimize the loss.
In addition, it offers Lower Saxony Consumer Center Support. There you can get free advice on specific topics and, if necessary, make an appointment for personal or video consultation.
Act in an emergency
What should those affected do if they have already fallen for this scam? The Consumer advice center has put together some useful tips. This includes, among other things, obtaining legal advice in a timely manner, particularly through the advice offered via 0900 numbers, which provide legal advice on a range of questions. It should also be noted that the cost of these calls, approximately 13.70 euros per call, will appear on the next telephone bill.
The current situation shows how important it is to act mindfully online. Security in the digital age is not a luxury, but a necessity. If you remain vigilant when making transactions on the Internet, you can protect yourself from unpleasant surprises.