Senior Citizen Duped in Ratingen: Transfers €50k in Scam
A senior citizen in Ratingen was duped into transferring a low five-figure sum on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. The victim, responding to a convincing scammer, authorized two real-time transfers after receiving TAN notifications. Police are investigating and warn of a rising trend in such scams.
The scammer, posing as a bank employee, contacted the victim by phone, claiming their accounts were at risk. The victim, unaware of the ruse, followed the scammer's instructions, leading to the unauthorized transfers. Police advise caution, urging citizens to be suspicious of unsolicited calls asking for bank details or money. They recommend hanging up immediately and not sharing personal data or TAN numbers. Despite extensive investigations, no credible sources have identified the scammer.
Ratingen police are actively investigating the incident and urge residents to stay vigilant. They remind the public to be wary of unsolicited calls and never to share sensitive financial information over the phone. The victim lost a significant amount, highlighting the importance of staying alert to prevent falling prey to such scams.
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