Attention: Police warn of grandchild scammers in the district!

Attention: Police warn of grandchild scammers in the district!

In Wörth there are currently serious warnings from the police about grandchild tricks and call center fraud. These fraudulent methods have increased recently and the perpetrators are extremely perfidious. The Stadt Wörth reports that the police strongly advise you to simply hang up on suspicious calls. When these tricksters call, be careful!

The police give clear tips on how to protect yourself. If you are unsure, it is recommended that you call 110 yourself to verify information. Important information is: Neither the police nor the judiciary will request money or jewelry to be picked up, nor will valuables be picked up at the front door. These are clear signs of a scammer. In addition, perpetrators often use call ID spoofing to conceal their identity. This means that the phone number displayed is not the real number of the caller.

Prevention is the be-all and end-all

Another important point is that the police never call 110. If you have a bad feeling, you should talk to someone you trust and discuss this scam. This also underlines the recommendation of Polizei-Beratung to have yourself removed from the telephone book. Con artists specifically target older people, often because of their names or because they can be found in public directories.

A good tip is to simply shorten your first name or not even be listed in the phone book. If someone has already fallen victim to fraud, they should change their phone number, which is usually free. The telephone connection providers provide support in this regard. Examples of contact information include Deutsche Telekom, Telefónica (O2), and Vodafone. The respective hotlines are available to provide information.

Fraud crime on the decline

Federal Criminal Police Office There were 743,472 cases, which represents a decrease compared to previous years. But while the overall numbers are falling, call center fraud remains a central phenomenon, particularly organized from abroad. The perpetrators often pose as relatives or officials in order to steal money.

The police are increasing their international cooperation and prevention measures to counteract fraud. It is particularly emphasized that citizens should be suspicious when money is handed over quickly. Valuables should never be passed on to strangers. It is important to use your own telephone numbers to contact relatives or the police to avoid misunderstandings.

Overall, be vigilant and spread the information about these scams among your friends and family. Together we can help ensure that fraudsters have fewer chances!