75‑year‑old Polish pensioner swindled out of 91,000 zł in phone fraud

A 75‑year‑old man in Opole, Poland, was deceived by a woman claiming to be his daughter who called him with a fabricated story about a traffic accident and a prosecutor demanding a large fine. The caller kept the line open, preventing the senior from consulting anyone, and pressured him to transfer money. Believing he was helping his daughter, he first handed over 60,000 zł, then an additional 31,000 zł, totaling 91,000 zł. The fraud was uncovered the next day when his real daughter called, and the police launched an investigation, warning the public that scammers often exploit seniors by creating urgency and emotional pressure.

Police advise victims to hang up, verify claims directly with relatives, and report such calls to authorities. The case highlights the need for vigilance against impersonation scams targeting older citizens.