Trick fraud in the Holzminden district: 66-year-old loses 134 euros!

Trick fraud in the Holzminden district: 66-year-old loses 134 euros!

A 66-year-old man was victim of a brazen trick fraud in the Holzminden district on Sunday. On his return trip from Bodenwerder to Wolfenbüttel, he stopped to help a supposedly in need. An unknown man had parked his BMW SUV in front of a deceived breakdown and convinced the victim to exchange worthless Belarusian rubles for euros.

The fraudsters showed banknotes with the "500" number and claimed that they were worth 135 euros. The good -faith man got involved and exchanged 134 euros in order to finally receive only worthless grades. He first noticed the fraud at home. The Holzminden police are now investigating and looking for witnesses who can provide information about the incident. You will be asked to report on 05531 9580. In addition, the police urgently warn of such frauds and advises to exercise in the event of money transactions with unknown extreme caution.