Hérault: 'Investment in cryptocurrencies' costs them €700,000 – Police sound the alarm
A couple from Hérault saw more than €700,000 vanish in what seemed to be a golden opportunity in cryptocurrencies. In reality, it was a well-crafted scam 🎭, based on manipulation techniques already well known to online scammers.
Here’s how they were caught 💻💸
🎯 Targeted advertising on social media or search engines, drawing victims to fraudulent sites.
🎣 Phishing through messages that appear serious in specialized forums or via email.
🧑💼 Fake experts or influencers promising exceptional returns, with a very professional discourse.
The couple saw fictitious profits displayed on a manipulated platform, inciting them to invest more… until everything disappeared without explanation 🫥. No trace of the funds, no easy recourse.
🚨 Alert from the National Police
The police warn: investment scams, especially in cryptocurrencies, are on the rise 📈. They target all profiles, not just the most naive.
Some recommendations to avoid the trap 🛡️
🔍 Be wary of promises that seem too good to be true.
🧾 Always verify that the platform is registered with the AMF (Financial Markets Authority).
❌ Never share your banking or personal information with unverified interlocutors.
📞 In case of doubt, contact the authorities (gendarmerie, police, AMF).
This matter cruelly reminds us that cryptocurrencies attract both investors and scammers. Stay cautious, informed, and critical in the face of digital mirages. 🧠⚠️
