Großbockedra / Jena – On Thursday, fraudsters used a perfidious scheme to swindle a man in the Saale-Holzland-Kreis out of 50,000 euros in cash. The criminal investigation department has launched an investigation and is issuing an urgent warning regarding this modus operandi.
- What happened: Fraud by alleged police officers and prosecutors (shock call).
- Amount of damage: 50,000 euros in cash.
- Crime scene: Großbockedra.
- Time: Thursday, September 18, 2026, handover at approximately 6:40 PM.
Initially, an unknown caller contacted the man, posing as a police officer. During the course of the conversation, the call was transferred to a supposed prosecutor. The latter claimed that the victim’s son had caused a serious traffic accident in which a woman had died. To avert alleged imprisonment, a high bail payment was required.
For over an hour, the perpetrators kept their victim on the phone to exert pressure. Finally, at approximately 6:40 PM, an unknown courier appeared at the residential address, collected the requested 50,000 euros in cash, and left on foot. It was only after the handover that the victim realized they had been defrauded.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
The criminal investigation department is currently reviewing available video recordings, among other evidence. Anyone who observed suspicious persons or vehicles in Großbockedra on Thursday around 6:40 PM or can provide other information regarding the courier is asked to contact the responsible police station.
Important Police Warning
The fake prosecutor or police officer scheme is one of the most perfidious forms of fraud. The perpetrators deliberately exploit moments of shock and emotional pressure to manipulate their victims. Authorities repeatedly point out the following rules of conduct:
- The police or public prosecutor’s office will never demand bail payments or the surrender of cash and valuables over the phone.
- Do not let yourself be pressured and end the call immediately if you find the caller suspicious.
- Dial the emergency number 110 yourself and verify the facts with the real police. Do not provide any information about your financial situation over the phone.
Source:
Fake Prosecutor: 50,000 Euros Stolen
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