Attention, WhatsApp fraud with an Indian area code
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More and more people receive people in Rheinland-Pfalz strange calls over WhatsApp. Striking: the numbers begin with the Area code +91 (0091) – the international code for India. If you have no contacts there, you should be suspicious.
Dangerous stitch with harmless surface
These calls often only sound briefly. The fraudsters hope to call back or to answer. In contrast to classic “ping calls”, where expensive fees are created, the trick on WhatsApp is different. Here the recall costs nothing – yes The danger is in conversation.
Fraudsters try to gain trustfor example with invented stories or expressions of love. The aim is to steal money over longer chats. Mints like the “Hello mom/dad” trickin which strangers are outstanding as relatives and are in emergencies. Or the so -called „Romance Scamming“in which money is suddenly required for flight tickets or visas after weeks of chat.
Not answer – just block
WHAT TO DO? Clearly:
- Non -answer
- Do not call back
- Block number
WhatsApp offers the possibility to report and block unknown numbers. This function should be used. Who is affected should also Warning friends, family or colleagues – Older people in particular are often the goal of such stitches.
Other countries are also affected
In addition to India (+91), numbers also dive +27 (South Africa) or +92 (Pakistan) on. According to the consumer center, there are increasingly complaints about such contacts in Rhineland-Palatinate. Especially in rural regions such as that Naheland or the West Palatinate Citizens report suspicious calls to local authorities or the police.
WhatsApp security: tips for all users
- Always question unknown numbers
- Never reveal personal data
- Ask a confidant in the event of uncertainty
- Check WhatsApp data protection settings regularly
Conclusion:
The fraud stitch via WhatsApp with the Indian area code +91 is not a harmless joke. Anyone who receives such calls should remain vigilant and block the contact immediately. This is the only way to prevent data or money from getting into the wrong hands.
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