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Fraud in Thessaloniki: Told His Son Was Kidnapped and Lost Thousands

Published January 5, 2026, 14:08
Fraud in Thessaloniki: Told His Son Was Kidnapped and Lost Thousands

A 98-year-old man in Thessaloniki fell victim to fraud by unknown individuals who called him claiming to have kidnapped his son. The scammers managed to extract over 300,000 euros in gold pounds from the elderly man, exploiting his fear for his son's safety. The victim filed a report with the White Tower Crime Prosecution and Investigation Department, and investigations are underway.