Fraud by Fake Police and Grandparent Scams Surges in Germany

The financial damage caused by fraudsters impersonating police officers and using the 'grandparent scam' has significantly increased, reaching nearly 50 million euros in 2025.

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fazGerman8d ago

Schaden stark gestiegen: Falsche Polizisten erbeuteten 2025 knapp 50 Millionen Euro

Immer mehr Menschen werden Opfer von Betrügern, die sich als Polizisten ausgeben. Auch mit dem Enkeltrick haben Kriminelle im vergangenen Jahr viel Geld erbeutet.

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Fraud by Fake Police and Grandparent Scams Surges in Germany

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Schaden stark gestiegen: Falsche Polizisten erbeuteten 2025 knapp 50 Millionen Euro

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