Bank employee in Bergisch Gladbach inappropriately gains access to transaction numbers
Fraud Alert: Resident of Bergisch Gladbach Loses Funds in Bank Scam
A distressing incident of bank fraud has been reported in Bergisch Gladbach, according to the Polizei Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis. Yesterday afternoon, a 66-year-old resident received an SMS asking for online banking login details.
The victim, unfortunately, complied with the request and provided the necessary details, including transaction numbers (TANs) from her mobile banking app. Simultaneously, she received a call from someone claiming to be a Sparkasse employee.
The police department is reminding the public about scams involving the request for banking details and TANs. It is crucial to prioritize safety and security when dealing with sensitive financial information. The advice comes in response to this recent incident, where a four-digit sum was transferred from the victim's account to an unknown account.
The specific perpetrator who committed the fraudulent act has not been identified in the available information. There are reports of groups of young men involved in large-scale bank account fraud in the region and incidences of scammers posing as bank employees to obtain sensitive data. However, no direct identification of the individual wrongdoer in this particular case has been made.
A criminal complaint for fraud has been filed in this incident. The police department encourages citizens to seek help and report such incidents. If you find yourself in a similar situation, it is advised not to disclose sensitive information like login details or transaction numbers over the phone. Instead, be wary and, if uncertain, contact your bank directly, consult family members, or the police.
For further information or to report similar incidents, you can reach the Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis Police Press Office at 02202 205 120 or via email at [email protected]. Let's all stay vigilant and protect ourselves against such scams.
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