Rise in Emergency Calls Reported in Greifswald and Heringsdorf - Police Issue Warning
Shock Calls Reported on Usedom Island: Police Advise Public on Phone Fraud
In a statement transmitted via news aktuell, the Police Inspectorate Anklam has issued advice following reported instances of phone fraud on the Island of Usedom on August 14, 2025.
The incidents, which occurred around midday, were reported in Greifswald and Heringsdorf. The perpetrators posed as relatives in distress, simulating an emergency, and asked about available cash.
The police urge the public to stay vigilant. If you receive such a call, it's best to simply hang up. The police will never call and make money demands. It's also advisable to avoid discussing financial matters on the phone during such calls.
No further details about the outcome of the incidents were provided. The search results do not provide the name of the head of the police inspection in Anklam mentioned in the article. The police advise that more information can be found at www.police-advice.de.
For further questions, you can contact the Police Inspectorate Anklam at 03971 251 3041 or [email protected]. The official website of the Police Inspectorate Anklam is http://www.polizei.mvnet.de.
The police warn that the fraudsters can act cunningly and convey messages in an emotional and convincing manner. They stress that the public should not be swayed by such tactics and should follow their advice.
The police will continue to investigate these incidents, but no further details about the ongoing investigation were provided in the statement. The public is encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious calls to the authorities.
