Wary of Deceptive Investments: Polish Couple Suffers Fraud, Police Issue Caution Regarding Suspicious Financial Proposals
A couple from Greifswald has fallen victim to an online scam involving supposed financial investments. The Criminal Police in Neubrandenburg have initiated investigations due to suspicion of fraud, following several reports of deceptive investment schemes.
The scam, which involved the use of foreign accounts and social media platforms like WhatsApp, targeted victims by posing as investment advisors with alleged contacts to crypto exchanges or financial companies. Over weeks, the victims were encouraged to transfer money to these foreign accounts, under the pretense it would be invested in stocks.
The victims were shown an overview of their alleged investments in well-known stocks via a financial app. However, no payouts were made, revealing the scam. The total damage from the scam exceeds 75,000 euros.
Scammers are increasingly using social media and messenger services like WhatsApp for investment offers. It is crucial to be wary of such investment offers in chat groups or from unknown contacts. Always research investment platforms independently before investing.
If you suspect fraud, contact the nearest police station immediately. Additionally, never transfer money to people you only know digitally. If you are in doubt about an investment offer, consult your local bank or the Police Inspectorate Stralsund.
Press inquiries during office hours can be directed to the Police Inspectorate Stralsund. Contact details for the Police Inspectorate Stralsund are: Telephone: 03831/245-204, E-mail: [email protected], and website: http://www.polizei.mvnet.de.
The information was transmitted via news aktuell from the Police Headquarters Neubrandenburg. It is a reminder to stay vigilant and protect your financial interests online. Always verify the authenticity of any investment offers before making decisions that could potentially put your finances at risk.
