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Residents scammed by ‘survey’ in Drachten

Solar, June 2, 2024, 3:15 PM

DRACHTEN – Police warn residents about faux law enforcement officials energetic in Friesland. A number of studies have been acquired lately, together with from Drachten and Beetsterzwaag. In Drachten, jewellery was stolen by a rogue worker of the “felony investigation division”.

‘search’

Residents of the Karturf in Drachten acquired a name on their house telephone on Friday. The individual on the opposite finish of the road mentioned he was from the ‘investigation division’. She warned about burglars within the space and mentioned residents may grow to be targets.

To forestall theft, valuables had been really helpful for secure holding.

A bit of later, the faux worker appeared on the door. To safe the property, the couple, aged 66 and 69, donated their jewelry. It later turned out that they’d been scammed. The police had been referred to as, however the scammer had already disappeared.

Arrest

On Might 23, three suspects from Almere and Amsterdam had been arrested in Drenthe. Regardless of this, police proceed to obtain studies from residents who’ve been victims of rogue officers.

Police spokesperson Renate Winkel emphasizes the significance of warning in opposition to these practices, particularly for aged individuals who nonetheless dwell alone. She additionally desires kids and grandchildren to speak about this with their (grand)dad and mom so they do not grow to be victims.

2024-06-02 13:15:56


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