Fraud in the suit: Seniors from Güsten stubbornly attacked!

Fraud in the suit: Seniors from Güsten stubbornly attacked!

Biere, Deutschland - On Friday afternoon, a 75-year-old man made of Güsten became victims of an attempt to fraud by criminals who spoke out as police officers. The caller informed the victim that it was in mortal danger and asked to choose emergency number 110. At this point, the senior already knew the common fraud stitches and looks through the intentions of the fraudsters. He then immediately reported the incident to the police. Fortunately, there was no financial damage, and the police have now investigated to get the perpetrators on the track.

These incidents clearly show how important it is to educate seniors about the dangers of fraud stitches. Studies show that older people are increasingly becoming targets for criminals. Particularly perfidious are fraudsters who pretend to be police officers to sneak trust and finally steal valuables. The police therefore advise you to be skeptical about unknown calls and to have the service brand and the service. If safe, the police should be contacted directly, as well as Pflefhilfe-senioren.de.

How can you protect yourself?

Enlightenment about fraud stitches is essential to prevent financial losses and emotional damage. For example, the so-called grandchildren trick and shock calls are common methods in which fraudsters with emotional pressure are trying to steal money. It is particularly threatening that these stitches are becoming more and more sophisticated. bonn.polizei.nrw emphasizes that special groups of perpetrators have systematically specialized in fraud against seniors.

• Tips for protection against fraud:
  • be suspicious when calling unknowns and asking to check the identity of the caller.
  • do not make decisions under pressure and inform relatives about suspicious calls.
  • keep valuables and short first names in the phone book to make identity theft more difficult.

In addition, organizations such as the Bonn police offer free information events for seniors and their relatives. To avoid trick thefts and other crimes, there are regular consultations that make contacts with senior citizens' advisory boards and banks. In this way, awareness of the dangers is created and the self -confidence of the older generation is strengthened.

On Friday afternoon, the police also reported another incident. A moped by the Simson brand was stolen in a parking lot in beers. Witnesses saw an approximately 40-year-old, blond-haired man with the moped in the urban area. An investigation was also initiated here to find the thief.

It is clear that not only conscious handling of telephone calls, but also with everyday activities, such as parking vehicles, requires more attention in today's world. It is hoped that the intensive educational measures and prevention work, seniors can better protect against such machinations.