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Crooks Insist on Obtaining a Debit Card Issuance

Unknown scammers, posing as bank employees, contacted a Zülpich senior citizen at 1 PM on the 18th of August. They fabricated a story about the senior's debit card being at risk and demanded it be handed over to prevent suspected fraud. Shortly after, a man showed up at the senior citizen's...

Crooks demand issuance of a new debit card
Crooks demand issuance of a new debit card

Crooks Insist on Obtaining a Debit Card Issuance

Headline: Elderly Woman in Zülpich Avoids Financial Loss from Bank Fraud Scam

In a recent incident, an elderly woman from Zülpich narrowly escaped a potential financial loss due to a bank fraud scam. On Monday, August 18th, at 13:00, the woman received a call from unknown individuals posing as bank employees. The scammers claimed that her debit card needed to be collected due to suspected fraud cases.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, confided in a family member about the incident. Recognising the suspicious nature of the call, she did not let herself be pressured into anything over the phone. Instead, she ended the call and contacted her bank using the known number.

Shortly after, an unknown man appeared at her home to collect the card. However, the woman's quick thinking had already alerted the authorities, and her debit card was blocked in time. Fortunately, no financial loss occurred as a result of the scam.

It is important to note that banks or savings banks never collect cards or cash from customers. If you have the slightest doubt, end the call and contact your bank or the police using the numbers you know. Do not let yourself be pressured into anything over the phone.

The woman's experience serves as a reminder to stay vigilant against such scams. The police were informed about the incident, and they advise anyone who receives similar calls to take immediate action to protect themselves.

This incident underscores the importance of being cautious and aware when dealing with financial matters over the phone. By following these simple precautions, we can all help to protect ourselves from falling victim to bank fraud scams.

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