330,000 Euro Damage: "Police Trick" Fraudster Arrested in Lower Austria

According to information from Friday, the man is accused of being involved in seven serious commercial fraud cases as part of a criminal organization. The suspect confessed, reported the Lower Austria State Police Directorate.

According to investigations by the Lower Austria State Criminal Police Office, the 36-year-old is said to have worked as a telephonist in a call center in Istanbul using the modus operandi "police trick". In doing so, he initiated fraudulent activities or attempts thereof. The total damage amounts to 330,000 euros.

Criminal Organization in Istanbul

The suspect's arrest took place on September 23, 2024, based on an order from the Economic and Corruption Prosecutor's Office (WKStA). Investigations revealed that from September 2022 to March 2023, the 36-year-old was involved in the criminal organization in Istanbul as a recruiter or telephonist, contacting elderly people in Vienna with the "police trick". He allegedly claimed that there had been a burglary in the neighborhood and notes with the victims' names were found with the perpetrators. According to Friday's information, this involves four completed fraud cases, one attempt, and two acts of instigation, where the suspect trained a recruiter or telephonist.

Police Warn Again About "Police Trick" Fraud Schemes

The Lower Austria State Police Directorate reminded once again on Friday that "real" officers would never collect cash or jewelry and urged caution with unknown callers. Further prevention tips include: "Do not disclose details about your assets. Do not allow yourself to be pressured and hang up."

(APA/Red)

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