January 24, 15.15, Fraud, Stockholm

An 85-year-old woman on Östermalm received an SMS about a purchase that did not go through. She then spoke to someone who told her to leave her jewelry so she wouldn't be exposed to crime. A man then came home to the woman and she got rid of her jewelry. A report has been made regarding fraud.  

At 15:47, a 95-year-old woman in Vasastan received an SMS from "Klarna" and then spoke to someone who said that someone had bought a vacuum cleaner on her card and taken out money. A man then came home to the woman and picked up gold. An investigation has been initiated regarding serious fraud. 

Police tips – how to protect yourself from fraud

Hang up the phone. A scammer who calls can, for example, say that they are calling from the bank or from an authority. It also occurs that they say they are a relative who needs help making a payment. End the call if you are unsure who is calling.

Do not click on links. Do not open links in SMS or email that you do not trust. If you are unsure, search for the sender's contact information on their official website and contact them that way.

Do not log in. Do not log in with BankID if someone calls and asks you to do so. Also, do not leave out codes from your bank card or credit card.

Do not let unknown people into your home. Close the door if you think it looks suspicious and if you feel uneasy. The police never go to someone's home to pick up bank and/or credit cards or other valuable items. The same applies to serious companies and other organizations.

Do not leave anything. For example, identification, bank cards, codes, or valuable items.

Call the police. In the event of ongoing crime, call 112. If the crime is not ongoing, call 114 14.