Safe on the go: trick thieves aim at older Landauer!

Safe on the go: trick thieves aim at older Landauer!

Weißquartierplatz, Landau, Deutschland - trick thefts are concerned in Landau. On June 20, 2025, an elderly gentleman at the Weißquartierplatz was the victim of such a crime, the mrn-news. The unknown perpetrator spoke to the man by asking for a change. He then offered his supposed help with looking at his wallet and stole a three -digit amount from the false subject. Unfortunately, the injured party noticed the theft later.

The Landau police urgently warns of such procedures. "Do not let anyone or in your wallet grasp and make sure that your PIN cannot be viewed during payment processes," said the official request from the officials.

several fraud cases at short intervals

Polizei.rlp.de. According to the Police press it is particularly important not to leave any strangers into the house and to rely on serious companies that announce their visits in advance.

older people in sight

police consultancy offers comprehensive information and protective measures, especially for older people. This shows many dangers that lurk in today's world: be it on the phone through grandchildren or false profit promises, or at your own apartment or front door through disguised civil servants who present an emergency.

The brochure, which includes 72 pages in handy A5 format, offers in addition to valuable tips but also information about the risks on the Internet and information on violent situations in nursing. When asked about powers of attorney and the use of social networks, older people should not hesitate to obtain advice. Positive neighborhood contacts can also be an important protective factor.

common sense and a watchful neighborhood are essential to protect yourself in such dangerous situations. Receiving information and the use of official advisory services is the first step in the right direction.