Elderly Swedes Targeted in Water Inspection Scam
Ten people face charges for scamming elderly Swedish women by pretending to inspect their drinking water. The group allegedly stole bank cards and jewelry after gaining entry to homes. Police say the organized crime targeted vulnerable seniors in southern Sweden.
Ten people face charges for allegedly scamming elderly women in southern Sweden. Prosecutors say the group pretended to inspect drinking water to gain access to homes.
The suspects are accused of stealing valuable items like bank cards and jewelry. They face charges for serious fraud and theft against 16 women total.
How did they enter homes? They claimed they needed to check water pipes for problems.
Senior prosecutor Anders Svensson said many more elderly victims likely exist. "There are probably many unreported cases of older people being contacted," he stated.
The crimes occurred in Skåne and Blekinge counties in southern Sweden. Police investigation shows the criminal activity was organized.
This type of scam preys on vulnerable elderly citizens who trust authority figures. The criminals used a believable cover story about water safety to bypass normal caution.