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83-year-old woman loses €127,000 in new phone scam investigation ongoing

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An 83-year-old woman in Nicosia lost over €127,000 in an online scam after responding to a call from an unknown individual using a European phone number. The caller posed as an employee of an online financial institution and convinced the victim to disclose her bank account details. The Economic Crime Unit of Nicosia is currently investigating the case. Authorities are warning the public to be cautious of similar scams and to protect their personal information. The incident was reported on July 2, 2026.

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An 83-year-old woman in Nicosia has lost over €127,000 as a result of a telephone scam, according to police reports from July 2, 2026. The woman received a call from an unknown individual using a European phone number, who claimed to be an employee of an online financial service. During the call, the scammer convinced her to provide sensitive banking information, which subsequently led to the theft of a substantial amount from her account.

The Financial Crime Investigation Unit of the Nicosia Police is currently investigating the case. In light of this incident, local authorities have issued warnings to the public, emphasizing the importance of caution when dealing with unsolicited calls and requests for personal financial information. The police encourage individuals to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious communications to the authorities to mitigate the risk of fraud.

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