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Attempted fraud in Coswig: 62-year-old in danger from WhatsApp attack!
In the Meißen district there was an attempted fraud via WhatsApp in which a woman was supposed to transfer 2,100 euros.
Attempted fraud in Coswig: 62-year-old in danger from WhatsApp attack!
On Sunday, October 12, 2025, an attempted fraud was reported in the Meißen district, which once again brings concerns about security in online banking to the table. A 62-year-old woman from Coswig was targeted by a perpetrator who posed as her daughter via WhatsApp. The fraudster argued that he had no access to his online banking due to a new phone number and asked for a transfer of 2,100 euros. Fortunately, when talking to her real daughter, the woman quickly realized that something was fishy and the attempted fraud was detected in time. The transfer failed due to incorrect account details, which ultimately saved the woman's money Sächsische.de reports.
Unfortunately, the incident in Coswig is not an isolated case, as fraud on the Internet, especially via digital channels, is trendy. As the current report from BioCatch shows, Germany is now the second most common target of phishing attacks worldwide. In 2024, Germans lost an incredible 267 billion euros to cybercrime. Fraud such as quishing, which uses fake QR codes to obtain personal information, is also on the rise, highlighting that perpetrators are becoming more creative to achieve their goals.
Secure money transfers in the digital age
The new regulation for real-time payments requires payment service providers to provide secure transfer methods. This measure is particularly important since almost 70% of fraud losses in Germany are caused via digital channels. In this context, the online portal Polizeiticker.Online provides information about relevant reports and supports readers with security tips to better arm themselves against attempted fraud.
The publication of mugshots and information about missing people from Polizeiticker.Online also contributes to the safety of citizens. Such information is relevant not only for the police, but also for every individual who wants to protect themselves. It pays to be attentive and, if in doubt, to ask more questions.
Education and prevention
Awareness of the dangers in online banking and attempted fraud should be further increased. Especially when it comes to financial matters, it is important to remain vigilant and, if in doubt, to consult friends or relatives. For many people, the horror scenario of a scam is no longer far away, which is why education and prevention are more important than ever. After all, it is often personal information that the perpetrators need to carry out their schemes, and this is where it is important to be even more careful.
Current developments clearly show that we all need to be careful. Report suspicious requests to the police immediately and protect yourself by ignoring suspicious messages. Stay informed through platforms like Polizeiticker.Online and react quickly to cybersecurity tips.