In Krasnodar, scammers manipulated a local resident into taking out substantial loans and transferring funds to accounts they claimed were secure, culminating in a loss of 4 million rubles. The case was reported by Kuban News.
The perpetrators posed as officials from the secret services and reached the woman by phone. They convinced her that a large loan had already been approved in her name. To safeguard what they described as her savings, the criminals coerced her into securing additional loans, withdrawing her personal savings, and moving the money to so-called safe accounts. These calls exploited fear and urgency, pressuring the victim into rapid decisions without independent verification.
Altogether, the victim sent 4 million rubles to the scammers. Once the fraudsters ceased communication, the woman recognized that she had fallen for a scam and alerted law enforcement authorities. The investigation continues as authorities work to trace the transfers and identify the culprits. (Kuban News)
In a separate report, a different Russian woman who sought to profit from the stock market was drawn into another scheme. She was persuaded to borrow 12 million rubles from banks under false pretenses, and after a manager reached out, she borrowed additional funds, including another million from personal savings. The total impact was substantial, underscoring how quickly schemes can escalate when promises of quick gains are paired with pressure and manipulation. (Kuban News)
Another facet of fraud reports from the region notes that victims frequently encounter staged assurances about guaranteed returns, only to find themselves entangled in a web of loans and transfers. The pattern often involves warm outreach, a credible sounding authority, and a push to act now before someone else takes the opportunity. This dynamic serves as a warning to residents, both in Russia and abroad, about the importance of verifying any financial requests, especially those that come via unsolicited phone calls or messages. (Kuban News)
Authorities emphasize practical steps to reduce risk: verify the identity of any official contact through independent channels, never move money to unfamiliar accounts on the basis of a phone claim, and consult a trusted financial adviser before taking on new loans. Reports highlight the value of pausing to assess requests, discussing them with family, and reporting suspicious activity to local law enforcement. Public safety campaigns stress that real agencies will never demand urgent transfers or personal data over the phone, and legitimate loans require formal processes through recognized institutions. (Kuban News)