Fraud after fire tragedy: Police reveals the wrong fundraiser!

Fraud after fire tragedy: Police reveals the wrong fundraiser!

In Wilhelmshaven, the citizenship was shaken by a tragic event that started on June 23. A devastating fire in Marktstrasse unfortunately called for the life of a four -year -old child, while another seven people, including children, were seriously injured. The fire broke out in an empty toy business around 2 a.m. as bulky waste opened in flames. Smoke and fire cut off the escape routes, but the fire brigade was able to prevent worse and save a family from the danger zone.

After the fire, the population contacted great sympathy and initiated fundraisers to support the family concerned. However, a dark chapter was uncovered: such as NDR, the association "Africa Union" stated that Portal "Gofundme" was launched a suspicious donation campaign for the family, which, however, had come about without their consent.

Investigations run

The members of the association then filed a complaint with the police, which immediately became active and published a public warning about the fraudulent call for donations. Around 10,000 euros are said to have been collected by these supposed "benefactors", while the alleged fraudsters expose themselves as members of the sacrificial family. The police investigated two people from Wilhelmshaven and, at the request of the Oldenburg public prosecutor, searched the apartment in the Neuengroden district.

The State Criminal Police Office also warned of this and similar cases and gave information on the recognition of real fundraisers. According to the experts, serous campaigns should ideally come from registered associations or organizations with recognized donation seals. A look at the annual report of an organization can also help to check the credibility, such as [https://www. consumerzentral.de/wissen/tragegege-reklamation/werbung/spendensammler-woran-man-wahn-wohlt-kerkent-10658) notes.

The consequences of the fire

The tragedy not only hit a family, but touched the entire neighborhood. So people put flowers and souvenirs at the place of fire to express their grief and solidarity. The police and public prosecutors continue to investigate deliberate arson and homicide, with a first suspicion of a man from Wilhelmshaven being raised. A point of view for the citizens was set up to collect information or pictures from the fire night.

The situation illustrates how important it is to be careful when calling for donations. Especially in times of crisis, when emotions cook up, dubious organizations can try to take advantage of people's good faith. In fact, it is crucial to find out about the respective organizations before a donation, because a serious offer can be recognized by clear information and a transparent handling of the donations.

The investigation continues and the police trust in the help of the population. Information can be divided here [https://www.nwzonline.de/wilhelmshaven/spendenbet-in-wilhelmshaven-s-s-neuengroden-nach-in-der-Marktstrasse_4.2,12496955.html) to light in the dark activities of this fraudulent donation campaign bring.