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Pensioner in Bad Neustadt: Fake police officer steals thousands of euros!
A pensioner in Bad Neustadt fell victim to a telephone scam. The police are looking for witnesses and information about the perpetrators.
Pensioner in Bad Neustadt: Fake police officer steals thousands of euros!
In Bad Neustadt a.d. Saale, a clever telephone scam took place on Monday, July 15, 2025, in which a pensioner was specifically lured into a trap. A supposed police officer contacted the woman and reported a series of break-ins in her neighborhood. The caller asked them to provide cash to be marked by police. The pensioner fell for this perfidious trick and packed a mid-four-figure sum, which she deposited at an agreed location on Ostlandstrasse. Unfortunately, the money was picked up by an unknown person without the pensioner noticing. The Würzburg criminal police are investigating and are asking for information on Tel. 0931/457-1732. It is also important to have information about a possible getaway vehicle in order to stop the perpetrators. This information was published by [revista.de].
This incident adds to a worrying series of fraud attempts occurring in the region. There were also numerous attempts by telephone scammers in neighboring cities such as Mellrichstadt and Bad Königshofen, but fortunately they failed. In another case, the fraudsters managed to defraud a pensioner from Baden-Württemberg of a five-figure sum. This information was provided by [mainpost.de].
The dangers for older people
The case highlights how important it is to educate older people about the dangers of telephone fraud. The brochure “Living safely in old age” offers a comprehensive range of information that is specifically aimed at this target group. This 72-page publication covers various forms of crime, particularly those that often affect older people, and provides valuable tips on how to protect yourself from crime. In addition to the classic grandchild trick, this also includes false promises of prizes and other fraud patterns that operate over the telephone. Many of these cases originate from manipulative calls that exploit the trust of older people. Information about this can be found on the Police Advisory Service website.
The brochure also provides useful advice on front door dangers such as feigning false emergencies and theft, as well as important topics such as internet safety and dangers on social networks. The importance of positive neighborly contact is also emphasized, because a functioning neighborhood can act as a protective shield against criminal activities.