SPD leaders congratulate robust action taken
A discussion about the growing concerns of phone dangers, including the grandparent scam and shock calls, took place at Café Jahreszeiten in Sterkrade on Wednesday. The event, hosted by AG 60 Plus and the SPD city council faction, aimed to clarify issues related to phone dangers and educate residents on how to stay safe.
Criminal Chief Commissioner Jenny Verhoefen from the "Criminal Prevention and Victim Protection" department of the Oberhausen police attended the discussion, underscoring the police's commitment to addressing these issues. Commissioner Verhoefen emphasised the importance of meeting people where they are in their efforts to educate about phone dangers.
The discussion focused on addressing the concerns and issues of the elderly, a group particularly vulnerable to such scams. AG 60 Plus chairman Hans-Günter Wrobel stated that they are aware of the problems and fears, especially among the elderly. Ercan Telli, Senior Advisory Board chairman, reported that the speakers at the event related to people's everyday lives, making the information more relatable and actionable.
The organisers and Commissioner Verhoefen received a strong response from the attendees, indicating the event's success in hitting a nerve and addressing the issues raised. The event was a step towards empowering residents with the knowledge needed to protect themselves from phone scams.
In the future, the Social Democrats plan another event in cooperation with the police, this time focusing on doorstep fraud. The upcoming event, being organised in collaboration with the police and the SPD city council faction, aims to raise awareness about the issue of doorstep fraud, educate residents on how to recognise and prevent scams, and provide guidance on what actions to take if targeted.
While the exact date, time, and location for the upcoming event are yet to be announced, events of this nature typically include presentations by law enforcement officials, discussions on recent fraud trends, and opportunities for residents to ask questions. The collaboration with the SPD city council faction suggests a community-focused approach, possibly held in a public venue like a community center or town hall.
Stay tuned for more updates on this important initiative to ensure the safety and security of our community.
The next event, coordinated by the Social Democrats in collaboration with the police, will center on doorstep fraud, targeting education and self-development by providing residents with necessary knowledge to recognize, prevent, and handle such scams. This community-focused approach, likely held in a public venue, is a follow-up to the successful event discussing phone dangers and promising general news on how to stay safe.
