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Lost €48,000: 76-Year-Old Victim of Online Scam for Second Time

Published March 12, 2026, 17:13
Lost €48,000: 76-Year-Old Victim of Online Scam for Second Time

A 76-year-old man has fallen victim to an online scam for a second time, losing €48,000. He had already lost €56,000 last year in a similar manner. The fraudsters contacted the man by phone, posing as lawyers and claiming they could return the money he had lost in the previous scam. They convinced him to give them access to his bank account via the “AnyDesk” application and then began requesting money for various expenses, such as taxes and fees. The Police are investigating the case. The incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and awareness regarding online scams, especially among vulnerable population groups.