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Fake police officers steal Rolex from a motorhome on the A4 near Cologne!
Fake police officers steal Rolexes and cash from Brits on the A4 near Cologne-Klettenberg. Witnesses wanted!
Fake police officers steal Rolex from a motorhome on the A4 near Cologne!
A shocking incident occurred on Thursday evening on the A4 near Cologne-Klettenberg, where two fraudsters posed as police officers and took advantage of a British motorhome driver. Loud Day24 There was a fake drug check around 9 p.m. The injured party, a 37-year-old man on the way to Heerlen, was surprised by the perpetrators and allowed himself to be deceived.
The main perpetrator, around 40 years old, 1.75 meters tall and slim with dark skin, got out of a black vehicle and presented a fake police ID. During the check, he took a bag from the Brit's motorhome that contained a valuable Rolex watch and cash. The victim noticed the theft and tried to prevent the fraudsters from escaping by hitting their car. However, this did not prevent the perpetrators from escaping in the direction of the Köln-West intersection in their getaway vehicle, equipped with blue LED lights.
Looking for attentive witnesses
The police have already launched a manhunt and are asking for information from the public. “Witnesses who saw anything related to the incident or who may have encountered the perpetrators should please contact us immediately,” said a police spokesman. Information can be given by calling 0221 229-0 or by email to poststelle.koeln@polizei.nrw.de, as well t online reported.
This incident highlights the dangers posed by fake police officers. Fraudsters pose as police officers not only on the road but also on the phone. Loud Consumer advice center They use popular methods to put pressure on unsuspecting citizens and demand money or valuables. Older people in particular are often targeted by these fraudsters. The scam: Callers explain that there is evidence of a planned break-in and offer their “help” to pick up the valuables.
This makes it all the more important to be vigilant and not allow yourself to be deceived by such fraudsters. Real police departments would never demand valuables over the phone or make threats. The signal for everyone: If in doubt, always ask the real police.
The events of Thursday evening in Cologne clearly show that one should also exercise caution when traveling. Be attentive, do not indulge lightly and report suspicious situations immediately!