Police under investigation in POL Swabia North due to allegations of fraudulent activities
A woman from Augsburg was the victim of a fraudulent online transaction on August 24, 2025. The incident involved an online sales platform and a pillow.
According to a report transmitted by Bavaria Police Headquarters North and originally published by news aktuell, the perpetrator initially expressed interest in purchasing the pillow via PayPal. However, the perpetrator later requested a bank transfer and provided a link for the woman to enter her bank details.
Following this, the woman noticed three unauthorized debits on her account, totaling a high four-digit figure. The woman reported the incident to her bank, and the police are currently investigating the case of fraud.
To prevent similar fraud, the police advise against sharing bank details in such situations. The Bavaria Police Headquarters North has provided a link for further information about EC and credit card fraud: https://www.police-advice.de/topics-and-tips/fraud/ec-and-credit-card-fraud/
Inquiries about the case can be directed to the Press Office of Bavaria Police Headquarters North at 0821 323 - 1013 /-1014 /-1015, or via email at [email protected].
The police are currently investigating the identity of the perpetrator. The search results do not provide the specific name of the person responsible for press at the Bavarian Police Headquarters North who would be accessible for more information about the fraud case. The general contacts for press inquiries are mentioned to be within the Bavarian State Ministry of the Interior and at police presidiums, but no individual name is given.
The public is reminded to exercise caution when sharing personal and financial information online. The police encourage anyone who has fallen victim to fraud to report the incident to their bank and the local police.
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