The man received a call on Friday, May 23, around 4:45 PM from a man claiming to be calling from the bank. The fraudster told the man that money had been taken from his account. He was instructed to provide his PIN codes so they could be changed over the phone. The cards would be picked up the next day by an officer. After the man provided his PIN codes over the phone to change them, he became suspicious and called the police. 

On Saturday, May 24, the man was called again by the fake bank employee, informing him that the police officer was on the way. While the man was still on the phone with the fake bank employee, his doorbell rang. The victim received a verification code from the fake bank employee that he could ask the police officer. When the codes matched, the man opened the door, allowing the real police officers to apprehend him.

Beware of Con Tricks
Con tricks are excuses used by fraudsters to rob people of their money, valuables, jewelry, handbags, or bank cards. The fraudsters often appear trustworthy. They come to the door, call on the phone, or approach you on the street. They might say they are from the bank, home care, that they are coming to take a meter reading, or ask if their child can use your toilet. Click here for more information about this form of crime.

Important Warning
The police want to warn again about the practices of fraudsters. They pose as fake bank employees or fake officers and attempt to steal from people.

Excuse
If you unexpectedly receive a call from someone claiming to be from the bank or fraud helpdesk, pay close attention if:

• You are asked to transfer your money to a so-called safe account because there is a digital threat or fraud.
• You are asked to log in to your banking environment or provide your login details and/or PIN.
• The so-called bank employee wants to send someone to you to collect your bank card and/or valuables to secure them.

What Should You Do?

• Hang up and call your bank at the number you know. If you dont know that number, always look it up through your own paper records or your online banking app.
• Check if your bank actually called you.
• Never provide your login details or PIN. In case of suspicious activities, the bank will block your account; you never need to transfer money to a safe account.
• Do not give anyone your bank card, even if it is being cut in half.
• Alert the police. If someone comes to your door, call 112 immediately. In other cases, call the police at 0900-8844.