Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis police host crime prevention events

The Rheinisch-Bergischer Kreis police are hosting several crime prevention events in Bergisch Gladbach and Overath to educate citizens on fraud and theft.

On Wednesday, October 7, a theater performance by the Chorweiler Senior Theater Group will take place at the Odenthal school center from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, followed by police advice on protecting seniors from fraud. Registration is required for this event.

On Thursday, October 8, an information stand regarding pickpocketing will be located at the Aldi market in Strundepark from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Later that afternoon, at 3:30 PM, a lecture on senior prevention will be held at the Walburger Haus in Overath. This session will cover tactics used by scammers, including shock calls, fake bank employees, and romance scamming.

Data indicates that pickpocketing rates in North Rhine-Westphalia rose between 2022 and 2023, while fraud cases in the state saw a 4.6 percent decrease compared to 2024.