Police Stade is looking for telephone fraudsters: Description of the perpetrator published
Police Stade is looking for telephone fraudsters: Description of the perpetrator published
shock calls in Lower Saxony: A new stitch of the fraudsters
In the district of Stade, an incident from last year has drawn attention to the unscrupulous methods of fraudsters. This gang has successfully made an older couple from Hollern-Twielenfleth victims of their perfidious tricks by inventing an emotionally charged and scary story.
a brazen attempted fraud
In August 2023, the couple received a call from the fraudsters, the requirements that their daughter was involved in a fatal car accident. To help your "child" from necessity, they were ready to hand over a high sum in the form of jewelry and gold worth several ten thousand euros. This type of fraud, in which fear and emotions are used manipulated, is not new, but shows how vulnerable many seniors are in such situations.
The role of the police Stade
The Stade police are now looking for a suspected perpetrator who was seen when the stolen jewelry was picked up. Surveillance recordings show the man, whose description indicates a nationwide participation in similar fraud cases. The police have published valuable information to find witnesses and to advance further investigations. The accused is described as follows:
- 32 to 34 years old
- approx. 1.60 meters tall
- Mediterranean appearance
- dark hair, no beard, no glasses
- accent -free High German
- Dark poodle hat, red-black checkered jacket and dark trousers
consequences for the community
The incident not only hit the couple concerned, but also throws a shadow on security in the region. Seniors are often overwhelmed and insecure when it comes to suspicious calls and can easily become victims of such fraud stitches. It is becoming increasingly important that the community and the police work together to provide information and inform people about measures that can help them protect themselves.
prevention is the key
The current situation impressively illustrates how important it is to be sensitized and take preventive measures. Seniors should be encouraged to act quickly with suspects and not be put under pressure. The police recommend always questioning calls and in case of doubt to contact confidants or authorities. This is the only way to reduce the risk of such fraud attempts.