Sophisticated Crypto Scam: Man from Kahla Loses 30,000 Euros
A man from Kahla has fallen victim to a sophisticated cryptocurrency scam, losing digital assets worth approximately 30,000 Euros.
Cybercrime
Dangerous Trojan Warning: Hainichen Resident Narrowly Escapes Bold Fraud Scheme
On Wednesday, a man from Hainichen narrowly escaped a serious fraud attempt involving a fake virus warning and demands for gift cards. The Jena State Police Inspectorate warns of the ‘Tech Support’ scam.
Beware of Fake Bank Employees: Police Warn of Phone Fraud in Jena and Region
The Landespolizeiinspektion Jena is currently warning of a massive wave of fraudulent calls by fake bank employees targeting residents in Jena and the surrounding region.
Microsoft Support Fraud: Jena Resident Loses Large Sum of Money
Jena, 26.05.2026 – A woman from Jena became the victim of a so-called “Tech Support Scam” on Monday evening. Fraudsters lured her into a trap with a fake error message, gained access to her computer, and likely stole a significant amount of money.
Extorted with manipulated image: 22-year-old in Jena becomes victim of sextortion
A 22-year-old man from Jena has fallen victim to online extortion after interacting with an unknown individual via social media platforms.
Cybercrime in Jena: 16-year-old defrauded while purchasing a gaming account
Jena, April 21, 2026 – A 16-year-old youth from Jena has fallen victim to an online fraud scheme. While attempting to purchase an online gaming account, he lost a three-digit sum to an unknown perpetrator.
CEO Fraud in Jena: Employee Scammed Out of 1,000 Euros in Vouchers
Jena, April 15, 2026 – In Jena, an employee has fallen victim to a perfidious scam. Unknown perpetrators digitally impersonated her superior and obtained vouchers worth 1,000 euros through targeted deception.
IT Hub Jena: ESET Warns of Highly Professional Cyberattacks in New Reports
Cybercriminals are increasingly operating with a division of labor and advanced tools. The European IT security manufacturer ESET, which maintains an important location in Jena, analyzes these threats in its new eCrime Reports and offers companies concrete defense strategies.
Over 25,000 Euros Lost: Woman from Jena Falls Victim to Investment Scammers
Jena, 26.02.2026 – A woman from Jena has fallen victim to a massive investment fraud scheme. The victim lost a sum of over 25,000 Euros to criminals.
Computer Fraud in Jena-Ost: Unauthorized Withdrawals Reported – Police Issue Warning
Residents of Jena-Ost are being urged to exercise digital caution following a recent case of computer fraud. Unauthorized withdrawals, though small in amount, have triggered a police investigation. Learn how cybercriminals operate and how you can protect your financial data from similar attacks in the digital space.