Witwentröster on the dock: gel robbery or honest help?

Witwentröster on the dock: gel robbery or honest help?

A tragic story has been played in Berlin, which shows how unscrupulously people can be. A widow from Wilmersdorf fell victim to a 82-year-old man, Reinhard G., who had pretended to be her "widow roaster". According to bz-berlin.de he shamelessly exploited the situation. He stole from her account by using her EC card and PIN to withdraw her money. Instead of supporting the widow, he bought alcohol and cigarettes for himself.

The man took up impressive 32 times each time in 1000 euros, which made the widow's account empty. "I read every wish from her eyes," he said, but the prosecutor disagrees and sees him a clear fraudster. In the end, the widow died and her assets were gone. The amount he is supposed to pay back is 23,410 euros because he received his punishment for probation. He himself states that he even contributed 50 euros to the funeral, which does not reduce his debt. His appointment has already been announced.

Important information for heirs

This painful history also illustrates the challenges with which heirs are confronted after the death of a relative, especially in relation to bank accounts. As Anwalt.de , bank accounts do not automatically expire with the death of the account holder. Heirs have the right to have the account if you can demonstrate your inheritance position. It is crucial that you are well informed to avoid abuse and enforce your claims.

The banks must not close accounts and are obliged to pay the credit to the legitimate heirs if they prove their claims accordingly. There are also different types of evidence that may be necessary in the event of inheritance, and often it is advisable to use legal advice in order to avoid possible difficulties in processing.