Caution: Fake consumer advice center on the phone - fraudsters pose as lawyers

Caution: Fake consumer advice center on the phone - fraudsters pose as lawyers

The North Rhine-Westphalia consumer advice center is warning citizens about a new scam in which callers pretend to be lawyers from the consumer advice center in order to steal money. These fraudulent calls aim to gain the trust of those being called and trick them into transferring money to the scammers. The real consumer advice center emphasizes the importance of being skeptical about such calls and warns against revealing personal information.

Scammers use a variety of tactics to deceive their victims, including promises of fee refunds from banks, talk of alleged life insurance law changes and offers to reduce energy costs. In some cases, fraudsters threaten account seizures or legal proceedings to get victims to pay up.

The consumer advice center points out that it never calls unsolicited and does not collect personal data via telephone or doorstep calls. If in doubt, it is recommended to contact the real consumer advice center to check the authenticity of the calls. In addition, the consumer advice center offers tips on how to protect yourself from scam calls, including asking to ask and make sure before revealing personal information.

It is important that citizens remain vigilant and recognize potentially fraudulent calls, whether from fake consumer advice attorneys or other scammers posing as representatives of various organizations. By remaining skeptical and not disclosing sensitive information, you can protect yourself from financial loss and identity theft. Consumers are encouraged to contact the relevant authorities or the genuine consumer advice center if they suspect fraud.