Italian communities hold meetings to prevent telephone and online fraud

Local community initiatives in Italy have focused on raising awareness regarding telephone, online, and elderly-targeted fraud.

In Pitino, the Amici di Pitino association held a meeting titled ‘How to avoid scams targeting the elderly.’ Led by Massimiliano Lucarelli, Commander of the Carabinieri Company of San Severino, the session provided practical advice and concrete examples to help citizens recognize and prevent fraudulent activities.

Similarly, in Sala Biellese, the Pro Loco association collaborated with the Carabinieri to host a conference on the dangers of telephone and online scams. Lieutenant Gualtiero Garbolino, Commander of the Mongrando Carabinieri Station, detailed the techniques used by criminals and offered tools for prevention. Both events saw high public participation and emphasized the importance of cooperation between local institutions and law enforcement to protect the community.