;Resize=(1200,627)&hash=d2dcbcf2a2a4ab22f54e202ead83d1a1bbbdc3778fdfb1bdc80ccecf6e9a9518 "Consumer advocates warn of nasty scams – rip-off through fake telephone sex bills – this is how you protect yourself")
Many households are currently receiving fake bills for erotic hotlines from the Czech Republic. The EVZ warns of high reminder fees and gives tips on how to recognize and defend against fraud.
Consumers keep turning to the European Consumer Center Germany (EVZ) and report there about dubious bills – allegedly one should pay for the use of an erotic hotline.
Here you can find out which company names and other warning signs you have to look out for in order not to fall for this scam.
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In most cases, the fake invoices come from the EVZ
from the Czech Republic
. These are simply sent en masse to households to find potential victims.
In the letters, small amounts of 90 euros are initially requested. Anyone who does not respond to this may receive a reminder with late payment costs of up to 500 euros or more.
If you receive such a letter, pay attention to the company name. The companies “Revast”, “Telework” or “Mediascape” are a first indication that scammers are at work. There are other company names in the EVZ list.
But how do they get to your address? This can be done via a lure call, where your address is determined via a supposed parcel delivery. So never give your place of residence!
exploit shame
Even if the bills are urging you to pay, you should
don’t put pressure on
permit. If you are sure that you have not used any service, then nothing can happen to you.
The scammers want your shame, hence the phone sex scam. Don’t let this intimidate you and talk to your partner about this fake bill – you can recognize it, for example, by the fact that you
not personally by name
addressed, but with a general greeting.
