Caution in Gießen: Fraudsters submit false vehicle breakdown

Caution in Gießen: Fraudsters submit false vehicle breakdown

The problem of so -called “petrol beer” has attracted the attention of the police in Hesse in the past few weeks. Again and again fraudsters use breakdowns in road traffic to abuse good will and helpfulness from other drivers to their own advantage.

Introduction to the topic of the gasoline beer

In particular in the district of Gießen, some incidents have recently been reported that indicate a recurring fraud stitch. Drivers are often addressed on motorway entrances by foreign drivers who urgently need money for gasoline. The perpetrators often come with credible stories to take advantage of the helpfulness of the other road users.

a concrete example of Lich

A concise experience describes the Licherin Gudrun R., who was addressed by a man who supposedly had to go to Dortmund. With the excuse that the gasoline had assumed, he asked for 200 euros to continue his journey. This encounter represents a typical example of the methods of the gasoline beer, which in such situations often enjoy despair themselves.

response from the police to the fraud stitch

The police in Middle Hesse, represented by press spokesman Pierre Gath, pointed out that this fraud stitch is known, but no significant increase in cases in the district of Gießen was determined. Nevertheless, there are individual cases that require the attention of the police. It is interesting that the belic itself is not a criminal offense. Gath recommends drivers to stay skeptical on such occasions and to contact the police in case of doubt.

protective measures for drivers

The police advise listening to common sense and, if suspected, that you fall for a fraudster to keep a distance. "Civil courage is important," emphasizes Gath, while pointing out the challenges associated with such situations. The temporal component plays an important role: If drivers report to the police later, the perpetrators may already have disappeared.

The emotional effects of fraud stitches

After Gudrun R. had rejected the man and continued with the vehicle, she immediately informed the police. However, this was no longer able to find the fraudster. The incident left her traces emotionally: "This audacity just angry me. You can no longer trust anyone anymore," said the Licherin. At the same time, she expresses that such acts often also meet the real people in need because nobody is willing to stop.

social and individual responsibility knows no limits

The incidents show how important it is to find a balance between helpfulness and skepticism. In society we have to help on the one hand, but on the other hand, we face fraudulent practices that challenge our dignity and our trust in strangers. It is all the more important to use institutions such as the police or the ADAC in the event of an emergency that can help professionally without the risk of getting into a fraud.

Finally, dealing with such fraudsters is a learning process for everyone involved. It is tragic that the deeds of a few can fall back on the entire community and potentially affect the willingness to help.