Beware of fraudsters: shock calls in Hildburghausen on the climb

Beware of fraudsters: shock calls in Hildburghausen on the climb

15.08.2024 - 13:46

State Police Inspection Suhl

fraud stitch by shock calls the community

Hildburghausen (ots) - In the past few days, a worrying wave of fraud in the region around the Hildburghausen police inspection has shown itself, in which the focus is on so -called shock calls. This method in which fraudsters specify that relatives have had a serious accident ensures fear and a significant psychological burden among those affected.

The tactics of the fraudsters

The callers often manage to put their victims into a high emotional state of stress. This is done by operating with dramatic stories to request immediate financial support. The fraudsters are specifically used to ensure that the relatives are used to incorporate money. This stitch is not new, but the calls have been increased and more targeted recently, which is why continuous vigilance is required.

The effects on the population

Although all incidents in Hildburghausen have remained without financial loss for the victims so far, the psychological effect of such fraud is not to be neglected. The constant threat of such shock calls leads to a climate of uncertainty and can create a feeling of vulnerability in the community. It is crucial that the population is informed about these practices in order to be able to take protective measures.

prevention measures

The police advise you to follow clear rules of conduct when calling. It is important to end the conversation and not reveal any personal or financial information. Instead of responding directly to the claims, those affected should contact the police and report the incident. The police have already done active educational work to sensitize the citizens and to inform about the dangers of shock calls. A more watchful society can help to keep the fraudsters in chess.

contact with the police

Please ask:

Thuringian police
State Police Inspection Suhl
Press office
Julia Kohl
Telephone: 03681 32 1503
Email: pressestelle.lpi.suhl@polizei.thueringen.de

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