Bank Employees at Ransbach-Baumbach Allegedly Attempted Financial Fraud

Headline: Unidentified Suspect Fleees After Bank Scam Attempt in Ransbach-Baumbach

On Friday, August 14, 2025, a 77-year-old resident of Ransbach-Baumbach fell victim to a potential bank scam. The incident was reported by the Montabaur Police Directorate.

The ordeal began when a woman posing as a bank employee from Volksbank Ransbach-Baumbach called the victim. During the call, she claimed that an attempt had been made to withdraw money from the victim's account and needed to verify account details.

In a concerning turn of events, the victim provided her IBAN and PIN to the caller, unaware of the potential danger. However, the victim became suspicious and refused to let the caller's supposed 'employee' examine her bank card. In response, the caller said the employee needed to examine and verify the bank card.

Shortly after, a man appeared at the victim's home, claiming to be the bank employee in question. He was described as approximately 40 years old, of German appearance, about 1.70m tall, wearing a colorful summer shirt, long pants, and carrying a gray helmet. The man arrived on a motor scooter, parked by the roadside, but no details about the scooter were provided.

When the victim refused entry, the suspect left in an unknown direction. It's important to note that banks will never ask for your PIN over the phone. If you have been a victim of a similar scam, contact the police or your bank directly.

For further inquiries, you can contact the Höhr-Grenzhausen Police Station at 02624-9402-0. It's crucial to remain vigilant and protect your personal information to avoid falling victim to such scams. Always remember, if in doubt, end the call and contact the police or your bank directly.