Fraud in Rohrbach: Investor loses several thousand euros!

Fraud in Rohrbach: Investor loses several thousand euros!

In a worrying case of internet fraud, a man fell victim to a deceptively real fraud scam on June 14, 2025 at the police in Bad Bergzabern. He was contacted via a messaging app by a supposed broker who introduced him to the world of highly profitable online investments. The injured party initially invested 250 euros, encouraged by the prospect of quick money. Believing that he had already made high profits, he increased his investments to over 3,000 euros, which the broker sold to him as a five-figure amount in US dollars. But when he requested payment of his winnings at the end of May, the money was not received, contact with the broker was lost, and the damage totaled several thousand euros. Police investigations are ongoing, while warning signs point to the dangers of such deals: unrealistic promises of profits are a real warning sign for investors. News.de reports that…

How do such scams happen? Currently, the blacklist of fraudulent brokers, updated in June 2025, is a useful tool for aspiring investors. It contains numerous names such as iosco.cc and Ambit Capital, which attracted negative attention. Investors whose brokers are on this list may have escaped fraud because they may not have invested any money yet. For those who have already been injured, it is essential to act quickly to avoid a total loss. On the platform anwalt.de You will find information about current fraud schemes as well as the opportunity to request a free initial assessment from a lawyer.

Deciphering scams

Another problem is that many of these fraudulent platforms operate first class. They pretend to belong to reputable companies and use the data of uninvolved, trustworthy companies. Fraudsters use a variety of tricks: they obtain the contact details of potential victims via fake advertisements, spam emails or through unsolicited calls. Investors are often offered the opportunity to invest in various financial instruments such as contracts for difference (CFDs) or cryptocurrencies, which can quickly become apparent. But the reality is negative: the funds do not end up in the investors' trading account, but in the fraudsters' wallet. Contact often breaks off as soon as a payout is requested. BaFin explains how readers can protect themselves.

The police advise investors to be skeptical of unsolicited offers and not to pass on any personal information or identification documents. Particular caution is also required with investment offers that promise high and guaranteed returns. If the pressure arises to make a decision quickly, this should be even more cause for skepticism. Simple rules help potential investors stay away from fraudulent offers.

In this fast-moving digital world, the topic of fraud is more relevant than ever. Consumers should be well informed and, if in doubt, always contact their bank or the police. It is currently particularly important that every investor approaches the matter with healthy suspicion, as the fraudsters' machinations are becoming increasingly sophisticated.