Criminality - A senior citizen hands over all savings to a phone scammer
After a call from a swindler, a senior woman in the Konstanz district handed over all her savings to an unknown person. A man had contacted the woman from Singen and claimed to be a prosecutor, according to the police. He stated that her son had caused a fatal accident and that a pretrial detention could supposedly be avoided through payment of a bail. The senior woman then withdrew a large sum of money from a safety deposit box and gave it to an unknown woman outside.
Older people frequently receive calls from alleged policemen or prosecutors trying to coax them into giving money and valuables. The police and prosecutor's office never demand a bail or the handover of cash or valuables. In such cases, one should be extremely suspicious and contact 110 if there is suspicion, advises the police.
The senior woman's actions in this case highlight the importance of being aware of potential scams, especially when it comes to financial matters. Residents of Baden-Württemberg, particularly seniors, should be cautious of unsolicited calls claiming to be from law enforcement officials. Ms. police officer from Constanz emphasizes that the authorities never require bail or direct cash transfers, and reporting suspicious calls to 110 is always the right move.
