Scam victims receive 20,000 dollars from unsuspecting woman
The Rhein-Sieg District Police Headquarters have confirmed that they are currently investigating a fraud case involving an unknown suspect. A woman from Hennef has reported losing over €20,000 to a fraudster she met online.
According to the police, the fraudster posed as a successful broker online and promised high returns on cryptocurrency investments. The woman, enticed by these promises, transferred the money in several transactions to the fraudster, who then transferred it to a foreign account.
The woman's bank froze her account due to suspicious activity, leading her to realise the scam and file a police report. It is advisable for everyone to be cautious when investing online and to research any warnings or complaints about the provider or platform before investing.
Checking for a license from the financial market authority and the imprint on the platform is also crucial before investing. In case of doubt, it is advisable to consult your bank or a trusted person.
The Rhein-Sieg police are urging the public to be wary of promises of quick money and high gains on the internet. It is important to remember that there is no such thing as easy money through very high chances of profit on the internet.
For further questions, the Rhein-Sieg District Police Headquarters can be contacted at Phone: 02241/541-2222, Email: [email protected]. In case of damage, it is advised to file a police report.
The information in this article was transmitted via news aktuell from the Rhein-Sieg District Police Headquarters. It is important to stay vigilant and to be aware of the risks associated with online investments.
