Attention, fraud! Josh from UK is wrong with Berlin with a brazen mesh

Attention, fraud! Josh from UK is wrong with Berlin with a brazen mesh

in Berlin is currently being warned of a new fraud stitch that affects both travelers and residents. Reports about a fraudster to be done on social media have caused a sensation. A Reddit-User described an incident on 7:00 p.m. on 7 p.m. Marienplatz occurred in Munich.

The fraudster introduced himself as "Josh from UK" and claimed that his Sparkasse machine had collected his bank card. In order to make the situation credible, he explained that it would take up to three days before he could get a new card from his bank. In this emergency he asked passers -by to transfer money at short notice, which would then be pronounced and handed over to him.

the mesh in detail

In order to underpin his deception, the fraudster presented the victims a fake bank app and was willing to take a photo of it. Unfortunately, the promised transfers never went, and the specified account did not exist. The Reddit user then warned other Berliners in a corresponding group of this brazen stitch, and many users thanked for the helpful warning.

The fraud stitch is only the latest example in a series of similar incidents that occur not only in Berlin, but also in other cities. Mein-Berlin reports that such fraud variants appear again and again in various forms. It is particularly important in urban areas to be vigilant and to remain informed about the current methods of internet crime.

The reactions in the community to this warning were mostly positive. Most users expressed their gratitude for the hint. According to the Berlin radio, it is particularly important in the digital world not to rely exclusively on supposedly positive reviews, since fake reviews enable dubious providers to make money.

help and advice for those affected

For those who are affected by internet crime or have questions, the consumer center offers special consultations about a paid 0900 number that is filled by lawyers. The advice costs around 13.70 euros and is billed for the second, the average duration of the conversation is six minutes. The announcements before the connection are free of charge and thus offer an initial orientation for those affected.