Criminals claim that a family member caused a road accident and needs money to avoid legal consequences. Scammers also impersonate officers of the Central Bureau of Investigation of the Police, saying that money kept in a bank is at risk because of the activities of a criminal group. (Allegedly, this can be avoided by withdrawing cash and handing it over to a “police officer”.)
WARNING! The police do not provide information about this type of activity and do not take money for safekeeping. “Let us not remain indifferent and let us warn our relatives; let us ensure the safety of our parents and grandparents,” say the Bolesławiec officers. “Any suspicious situations, people or strange calls that raise doubts should be reported to the police immediately by calling 997 or 112.