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86-year-old victim of telephone fraud loses €180,000 in Greece

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An 86-year-old woman from Kastiri, Thesprotia, fell victim to a telephone scam.
The scammer posed as her accountant and managed to deceive her.
The victim reported losing more than €180,000 due to the fraudulent call.
This incident highlights the ongoing issue of telephone scams targeting elderly individuals.
Authorities are investigating the case to prevent further incidents.

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An 86-year-old woman from Kastrí, Thesprotia, Greece, fell victim to a telephone scam that resulted in her losing €180,000. According to reports, the elderly woman received a phone call from an unknown man who posed as her accountant. He convinced her that a significant change in the currency was forthcoming, leading her to believe she needed to transfer her money urgently to avoid potential losses.

The scam unfolded over a short period, during which the imposter skillfully manipulated the victim into complying with his demands. The woman later reported the incident, detailing how the scammer was able to gain her trust and execute the fraudulent scheme. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about the vulnerability of elderly individuals to such scams, particularly those involving impersonation and deceitful promises regarding financial matters.

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