Warning: New mesh of false police officers threatens seniors!

Warning: New mesh of false police officers threatens seniors!

The Hanover police are currently worried about the probably older citizen: a new fraud with false police officers is making the round. The fraudsters are particularly professional and get the trust of their victims via telephone calls. According to ndr they claim that the injured parties themselves are determined because of serious crimes. In order to escape an international arrest warrant, the victim should pay money. This perfidious stitch can drag on for weeks. In a current case, a 69-year-old was victims of this attempted fraud.

Particularly perfidious: The perpetrators put cakes and flowers in front of their victims' doors to appear as "friendly neighbors" before they start the fraud. In the end, the senior is supposed to hand over massive amounts of money to an alleged police officer. The police have already arrested a 23-year-old man in Oldenburg in this context; He is suspected of being part of a group of perpetrators who actively presses older people.

how the fraudsters proceed

In many cases, fraudsters use modern technology to give the appearance of authenticity. Sometimes they even show fake police stoves and use the emergency numbers of the police or local numbers, so that the victims believe that they actually speak to an authority. The perpetrators often want the victims to hand over their valuables to other unknown persons who also pretend to be police officers-a tricky stitch, which according to Police Advice

Over 50 percent increase in cyber fraud against older people, the Federal Office of Information Technology (BSI) for 2023. Fraudsters are increasingly focusing on online banking and using phishing attacks to get sensitive data from seniors. This is a great challenge, since many older people often have to laboriously acquire the required online banking skills, which makes them particularly susceptible.

This is how senior citizens can protect themselves

The police strongly recommend: don't let any strangers to your apartment and request a certificate of office from all official persons. If in doubt, it is advisable to contact the authority directly under the known telephone number. It is important not to reveal any financial details on the phone and simply put it on when printed. If you have a queasy feeling in such a situation, you should definitely get help from neighbors or friends.

are also active in the region in the region. They often try to sell overpriced products or services. Seniors should react vigorously to intrusive visitors and do not make signatures for alleged gifts. Those who meet the right preparations and stay vigilant can better protect themselves against them.

Enlightenment about such fraud stitches is of great importance because it can massively impair the feeling of security of seniors. The program for police crime prevention (Propk) offers comprehensive information and assistance. In addition, the brochure is “safe to live. Guide for older and young at heart” with helpful tips. Find out more, stay vigilant and help to strengthen the feeling of security of our older generation.