One day, you might fall victim to this new scam. That's why it's important to be aware of it. Recently, a new technique was observed in the town of Colomiers, near Toulouse.
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Police explained how scammers use this new method. They trick drivers into thinking they damaged the side mirror of another vehicle on the road.
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Therefore, the city council suggests that the injured party reach an agreement with the person whose rearview mirror was damaged, i.e., pay compensation. Two people have already fallen victim to this method in Colomiers. The city council emphasized that the insurance company will never seek an amicable resolution to the matter.
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Drivers are increasingly falling victim to fraud. Two people recently fell victim to a scam near Toulouse. The scammers tricked drivers into damaging their side mirrors, demanding a small sum of money in return. Learn about this new technique used to defraud drivers.
New scam targeting drivers
Fraudsters are incredibly inventive when it comes to extracting money from their victims. They often target the elderly, who are easily influenced. However, today, all drivers are susceptible to fraud. One day, you too could fall victim to this new scam. That's why it's important to be aware. Recently, a new fraud technique was observed in the town of Colomiers, near Toulouse. The town hall has warned residents and road users about the so-called "rearview mirror scam." Two people have already fallen victim to this scam and lost a significant sum of money. So what exactly is this new scam?
The Rearview Mirror Scam
Police explained the fraudsters' method. They trick drivers by making them believe they've damaged another vehicle's side mirror. The scammer then tells the driver they have a friend who works in the insurance industry. Of course, this friend is actually an associate of the fraudster, posing as an insurance company. The scammer offers the victim an amicable settlement with the person whose mirror was damaged, assuming they pay a specified amount. Two people have already fallen victim to this method in Colomiers. During the public meeting, it was emphasized that insurance companies will never seek an amicable settlement.
How to avoid falling into the trap?
If you encounter a scammer, above all, remain calm and composed. Never settle an incident amicably, even if it involves a loved one. In the event of an accident, a report should be completed. Photos of the damaged vehicles should also be taken and sent to the appropriate insurance companies. It's also important to check whether the other party has insurance and that their contact information is correct. A report should be filed within 15 days of the accident. The insurance company will then determine each party's liability.
Recently, police have highlighted a scam involving a banknote on the windshield. Fraudsters are once again targeting the elderly. When a driver gets into his car, he notices a banknote on the windshield. He gets out to retrieve it, but forgets to lock the door. At this point, fraudsters seize the opportunity and get into the car to steal it. The vehicle owner doesn't know how to react. That's not all. There's also the ATM hole-punch scam. Fraudsters offer to help drivers, encouraging them to withdraw money from the ATM. The fraudsters then take all the victim's valuables. If something goes wrong, avoid contact with strangers and go directly to the police station to ask for help.
