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Warning: fraud at parking machines! Fake QR codes in Bad Harzburg
In Goslar, police and authorities are warning about fake QR codes on parking machines. Users should exercise caution.
Warning: fraud at parking machines! Fake QR codes in Bad Harzburg
What’s new in the beautiful Harz? The picturesque region not only attracts numerous holidaymakers and day-trippers, but also unscrupulous fraudsters who prey on unsuspecting drivers. The police in Goslar are urgently warning about a current fraud scheme that also affects the cities of Bad Harzburg and Goslar. More and more municipalities are relying on practical parking via app, which makes staying in this magical landscape much easier. But this is exactly where the danger lurks.
Criminals cover the original QR codes on parking machines with fake stickers. This leads unsuspecting users to websites that look deceptively similar to the real ones and ask for personal or payment information. A particularly bold incident caused a stir: a user who trusted the fake QR code had to withdraw a four-digit sum from his account, but this was prevented in time by quickly contacting the bank, reports news38.
Attention is required
The police have already informed the cities of Bad Harzburg and Goslar about the fake codes. While the authorities are carefully checking the parking ticket machines, experts advise against it Police prevention to be suspicious of suspicious stickers. Anyone who scans a QR code should make sure that it cannot be removed. If in doubt, it is advisable to avoid cashless payments and inform the police immediately.
This warning is not alone. Fake QR codes were discovered on parking machines in Lower Saxony as early as November 2024. Now they have reappeared, not only in Bad Harzburg and Goslar, but also in cities like Celle and Hanover. The procedure is always the same: The fraudsters use PayByPhone logos to inspire trust and lure users online t online reported.
Safety tips
The police and many experts recommend only scanning QR codes from reliable providers. If anything is unclear, you should definitely contact the bank yourself. This may help you avoid unpleasant financial surprises. When in doubt: caution is better than indulgence!
The charming Harz region must be protected so that it remains a popular destination for everyone. Look carefully, stay alert and enjoy your stay, but don't let yourself be easily lured into the scammers' trap!