75-Year-Old Woman Tricked by Fake Policeman - Elderly Frankfurt woman loses valuables in ‘false police officer’ scam
A 75-year-old woman from Frankfurt has fallen victim to a 'false police officer' scam. The unidentified suspect, described as a young man in dark clothing, managed to trick the elderly woman into handing over her valuables. The incident occurred on October 14, 2025, when the suspect called the woman, claiming to be a law enforcement officer. He warned her about rising burglaries in her neighborhood and instructed her to hand over her valuables for safekeeping. Believing his story, the woman gave the suspect cash, jewelry, and a payment card when he rang her doorbell. Police have launched an investigation into the incident and are appealing for witnesses who may have seen the suspect or have any information about the case. The suspect is described as around 25 years old. The Frankfurt police are urging residents to be cautious of such scams. They advise never to hand over money or valuables to strangers, even if they claim to be law enforcement officers. Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the police.
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