Woman, 62, Loses Six-Figure Sum in Cryptocurrency Scam
A 62-year-old woman from Con has fallen victim to an investment scam, losing a significant amount of money. The woman, who wishes to remain unnamed, invested via a cryptowallet into a trading platform after being contacted by someone posing as an employee of a fidelity investments. The Trier Police Headquarters is currently investigating the case.
The victim first encountered the scam through an internet advertisement in June 2023. She was lured in by the promise of a staggering 500% profit on her online financial investments. After initial contact, she was invited to join a WhatsApp group where members discussed their supposed profits, adding a sense of legitimacy to the scheme. However, when she attempted to withdraw her alleged balance of around 10 million euros, fees became due, raising her suspicions. Unfortunately, the victim has lost a mid-six-figure sum of money in total.
The Trier Police Headquarters provides valuable information and tips on recognizing cyber-trading fraud at https://s.rlp.de/cybertradingbetrug. For inquiries related to this case, please contact the Trier Police Headquarters' Press Office, whose contact details can be found on their website. While the current head of the Trier Police Directorate for investment fraud cases is not explicitly mentioned, the criminal investigation into this matter is ongoing.
The victim's story serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of online investment scams. The Trier Police Headquarters urges potential investors to be vigilant and to verify the legitimacy of any investment opportunities before parting with their money. Anyone who believes they may have fallen victim to a similar scam is encouraged to report it to the authorities.
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