Crime & Safety · Cyprus

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

7 sourcesFirst reported 19 days agoUpdated 19 days ago

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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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