Landsmeer and police unite to combat rising online fraud targeting residents
Online fraud is surging in Landsmeer, with scammers impersonating bank officials or police to steal debit cards and valuables. A new campaign aims to protect residents, especially older adults, by raising awareness and providing free warning materials.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Municipality | Landsmeer |
| Reports in 2025 | 10 (actual cases likely higher due to underreporting) |
| Target Group | Older adults |
| Campaign Materials | Free posters and stickers with warning: "No, I will not hand over my bank cards or jewelry" |
| Collection Locations | Town Hall, Midelpunt, Library, SamenMeer, Purmerend Police Station |
| Reporting Suspicious Activity | Call 112 or contact your bank |
The municipality of Landsmeer is responsible for local safety initiatives and public awareness campaigns, working alongside law enforcement to protect residents from crime. The police play a crucial role in investigating fraud cases and educating the public on prevention.
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Municipality and police launch campaign against growing online fraud
Residents are increasingly falling victim to online crime, such as fake bank calls, fake police officers, and people coming to collect debit cards. Older adults are particularly targeted. In 2025, 10 reports were filed in our municipality regarding this type of fraud or attempted fraud. However, we know that only 10–20% of victims actually report the incident. The actual number is therefore higher. That is why the municipality and the police are launching a joint campaign to make residents more aware and resilient: "No, I will not hand over my bank cards or jewelry."
What does the campaign entail?
A key part of the campaign involves distributing posters and stickers with a clear warning: Never hand over your debit card, PIN code, or valuable items to anyone who asks for them, even if they claim to be from the bank or the police. Residents can collect the posters and stickers for free. You can place them, for example, on your front door or mailbox. This helps deter scammers immediately.
You can collect the posters and stickers at the following locations:
- Town Hall, Raadhuisplein 1, Landsmeer
- Midelpunt, Marktplein 10, Landsmeer
- Library, Calkoenstraat 27, Landsmeer
- SamenMeer, Dr. M. L. Kingstraat 2B, Landsmeer
- Purmerend Basic Team Police Station, Component 96, Purmerend
Are you unsure about a phone call or someone at your door?
Trust your instincts and take action:
- Call 112 immediately in a suspicious situation
- Contact your bank
We tackle fraud together
By staying alert, sharing information, and using the posters and stickers, we can prevent scammers from succeeding. Talk about it with family, neighbors, and acquaintances, especially older adults in your community.