Jena Police warn: Fraudulent bank employees active
The Landespolizeiinspektion Jena is warning of a fraud scheme involving criminals posing as bank employees. In a recent case, perpetrators stole over 6,500 euros.
Cybercrime
Jena: Fraudulent bank employee steals 50,000 euros
An 84-year-old man from Jena fell victim to a professional telephone scam on Monday, resulting in a loss of 50,000 euros.
Investment Fraud in Jena: Senior Loses 30,000 Euros
An 85-year-old man from Jena has fallen victim to an online investment scam, resulting in a financial loss of 30,000 euros.
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.
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.