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Fraudulent real estate scam in Leverkusen: 10 million euros in damage!
In the Rhein-Sieg district, the police and public prosecutor's office are investigating seven men for gang-related real estate fraud.
Fraudulent real estate scam in Leverkusen: 10 million euros in damage!
A massive fraud case that has shaken the real estate industry is currently being investigated in North Rhine-Westphalia. Loud WDR A 35-year-old man from Essen and a 50-year-old German who lives in Mallorca have been targeted by investigators. They are accused of being part of a commercial and gang-related fraud, the damage of which amounts to up to ten million euros.
The two main suspects are said to run a company in Leverkusen that dealt with real estate. They bought properties, had them extensively renovated and thus achieved high prices when sold. But the reality was different: many victims filed criminal charges, which ultimately led to the discovery of the shady business model.
Extensive investigations
As part of their investigation, the police searched six private apartments and seven business premises in North Rhine-Westphalia. Digital data carriers were secured and are now being evaluated. In addition to the two main suspects, it is suspected that a total of seven men are involved in the fraud, which further complicates the investigation. The searches and information seized indicate that the fraud was well organized and ran over a long period of time.
This incident is part of a larger context of combating fraud in Germany. Fraud crime is loud BKA In 2024, it fell by 1.5 percent, which reflects a trend across society. Nevertheless, there were also numerous cases of fraud from abroad that were reported. Fortunately, there is a downward trend in goods and trade credit fraud, which may have been achieved through increased prevention measures.
As a rule, however, only a small proportion of fraud crimes remain visible. As statistics show, only around 20 percent of all fraud cases are reported. Many victims remain silent, especially on the Internet, where 55.3 percent of fraud crimes take place. The police therefore advise you to be suspicious of suspicious inquiries and quick handovers of money and to always use personal contacts.
The ongoing investigation into the two men from Essen and Mallorca shows that the authorities are continuing to take active action against such fraud patterns. A good sense of the risks in the real estate market is required - and consumers should remain vigilant to avoid falling for such schemes.
Additionally, the NBA is raising public interest in the intricacies of the sports world, such as the upcoming games SportsGamesToday documented, a shadow on the legal issues. The interaction between high demand in the sports sector and the obvious risk of fraud shows how important preventive action is. Sports reporting is also part of everyday life, and the same applies here: Anyone who immerses themselves in the world of sports should not be blinded by shiny surfaces.