47-Year-Old Fell for Online Scammers: 17,000 Euros Gone

A 47-year-old woman from Burgenland has become a victim of online fraudsters. In a group chat, an unknown person advertised large winnings with low investment.

Burgenland Woman Lost Five-Figure Sum in Online Scam

Subsequently, the woman made a one-time payment, expecting it to multiply twentyfold, the police reported on Tuesday. According to her own statements, she lost a total of around 17,000 euros.

For the payout of the supposed winnings, the woman from Burgenland also transferred commissions. However, after the money never arrived, she filed a report with the police.

(APA/Red)

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