Exemplary action: Seniors in the ILM district stop grandchildren trick fraud!

Exemplary action: Seniors in the ILM district stop grandchildren trick fraud!

Ilm-Kreis, Deutschland - A gratifying example of civil courage and responsibility was available on Monday, July 8, 2025, in the ILM district. Two clever senior citizens could not be ripped off by fraudsters. The 83-year-old from Heyda and the 74-year-old from Stadtilm stayed back by phone when trying to fraud and immediately informed the police. The callers had pretended to be an authority employee and claimed in dramatic tones that a nearby relative had caused a fatal traffic accident. An immediate deposit payment was required to prevent an alleged detention. But both women were smart and ended the conversations without paying a cent. Gotha Aktuell reports that the police urgently warn of such tactics.

What is behind such attempts to fraud? Fraudsters often use the trustworthiness and inexperience of older people to get personal information or money. This includes common practices such as the ** grandchildren, in which the perpetrators pretend to be relatives who are supposedly in an emergency and urgently need support. It is often pushed for immediate money transfer. The criminal energy goes so far that other stitches such as shock calls or order fraud are also used. The nursing assistant to draw attention to such stitches and to sensitize them to possible fraud attempts.

tips for fraud prevention

What can you do to protect yourself? The police recommend that they are always skeptical of unknown calls. Check the identity of the caller through targeted queries and do not let yourself be put under pressure. In case of doubt, it is advisable to contact the local police station and report suspicious calls. The relatives about common fraud stitches are also highly recommended. These measures can help protect yourself from financial loss.

• Do not reveal any personal data on the phone.
• End the suspicious conversations immediately.
• contact the police in case of doubt.

The constant increase in the use of digital media in seniors has another risk. Institutions and citizens are asked to work together. Training and information events are important to further train older people and to give them the necessary tools. are crucial to recognize and avoid everyday dangers.