Uncovered Online Banking Scam: Police Issue Alert to Avoid Using Computers, Laptops, and Smartphones for Banking Transactions
New Online Banking Scam Discovered in Bad Driburg
The Circular Police Authority in Höxter, Germany, has issued a warning about a new online banking scam that was recently discovered in Bad Driburg. According to the authorities, this scam is a concerning development as it involves criminals, also known as police impersonators, targeting individuals with their personal data.
On March 26, a senior citizen in Bad Driburg received a call from an individual claiming to be a bank employee. The scammer requested the installation of the 'Anydesk' app, allegedly to stop an unauthorized transfer abroad and retrieve the money via the app. Fortunately, the senior citizen recognized the scam attempt and avoided financial loss.
The scammer had access to the victim's personal data, including their name, address, and non-publicly listed landline number. No suspicious transfer occurred according to the victim's bank, indicating that the scammer did not succeed in their attempt.
The Circular Police Authority Höxter is urging affected individuals or those who receive suspicious calls to immediately contact their bank and the police. For inquiries outside office hours, residents can contact the Police Control Center Höxter at 05271 962 1222. During regular business hours, the press and public relations department can be reached at 05271-962-1520. Emails can also be sent to [email protected].
The Circular Police Authority's website, hoexter.polizei.nrw/, provides more information about the scam and advice on how to protect oneself from such attempts. The authority warns against granting unknown individuals access to smartphones or computers via apps or remote access, as criminals could have unrestricted access to bank data and savings if access is granted to strangers.
The Circular Police Authority Höxter is located at Bismarckstraße 18, 37671 Höxter. The identity of the perpetrator behind the newly discovered online banking fraud in Bad Driburg on March 26 has not been disclosed or is unknown based on available information.
The police are urging the public to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities or calls to the authorities. This warning was transmitted via news aktuell. For further inquiries, residents are encouraged to contact the Circular Police Authority Höxter.
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