Attention, fraud alert! Con artists active in Ransbach-Baumbach!

Attention, fraud alert! Con artists active in Ransbach-Baumbach!

In Ransbach-Baumbach on Thursday, August 14, 2025, a 77-year-old woman was the target of a brazen attempt at fraud. According to news.de, an alleged Ms. Müller from the Volksbank answered the phone at around 4 p.m. and informed the senior citizen about an attempted withdrawal of money from her account. The caller asked the victim to provide her IBAN and secret number.

But the older lady didn't let herself be ripped off so easily. She became suspicious and asked questions about the bank statements. Before the situation escalated, the caller announced that a bank employee would come by to hand over a new bank card and collect the old one. This employee, who appeared shortly afterwards at the victim's door, was described as around 40 years old and of German descent. He was wearing a colorful summer shirt and had a gray helmet under his arm.

Maintain the right feeling

The 77-year-old kept a good sense and immediately closed the front door when she saw the man. He then disappeared in an unknown direction. The police warn urgently: It is important not to give out any personal information over the phone, as banks never ask for your PIN. If in doubt, conversations should be ended and questions should be asked directly from the bank or the police.

The Dangers of Modern Fraud

Unfortunately, such incidents are not uncommon these days, where fraudsters are becoming increasingly sophisticated. It's a constant game of cat and mouse in which not only older people but also younger people can often fall into the trap. Telephone rip-offs are booming, and perpetrators use every opportunity to obtain personal data.

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The local police in Montabaur advise always keeping a close eye on suspicious calls and visits, and as long as there is no clear proof of the person's identity, it is better to err on the side of caution. Security awareness is more important than ever today - especially in times when perpetrators are becoming increasingly bold.