Cyber Trading Deception Yields Heavy financial Losses Instead of Expected Profits (Pol-BO)
In recent times, the Bochum Police have reported a surge in cases of cyber-trading fraud, with combined losses exceeding 1.26 million euros. This alarming trend has affected several residents in Bochum, Herne, and Witten, including an 82-year-old man from Bochum who lost 555,000 euros, a 71-year-old woman from Bochum who lost 280,000 euros, and a 56-year-old woman from Witten who lost approximately 430,000 euros.
Criminals are using professionally designed online ads, fake press articles, or messaging services to lure victims into these fraudulent schemes. These fraudulent platforms mimic real investment companies and promise high returns to gain victims' trust. Victims are often added to investment calculator chat groups on messaging services without their consent, often without their knowledge these groups are scams. These investment calculator chat groups, often set up with foreign phone numbers, are primarily used for cyber-trading fraud.
Victims are emotionally manipulated by supposed investment advisors to steal their money. Alleged fees or taxes are demanded from victims, often leading to further financial losses. It is advisable to leave these groups immediately upon discovery. Remote access to computers may be gained to control victims' assets.
The Bochum Police urge everyone to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities promptly. Staying vigilant and protecting your assets is crucial in the current online environment, as you can never be sure who you're dealing with when contacted online.
For further inquiries, you can contact the Bochum Police Presidium at Marco Bischoff (Telephone: 0234 909-1021, E-Mail: [email protected]). The official website of the Bochum Police is bochum.polizei.nrw.
Remember, only cautious behavior and a critical mindset can protect individuals from financial losses due to cyber-trading fraud. Everyone is urged to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities promptly to ensure a safer online environment.
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