In Kozani, Greece, a 36-year-old shop owner fell victim to a fraud scheme where the perpetrator impersonated a customer over the phone. By presenting false facts as true, the scammer convinced the shop owner to issue two prepaid 'paysafe' cards worth a total of €922.50. After the shop owner provided the card codes, the scammer unlawfully extracted the funds.

Following a thorough investigation, authorities identified a 29-year-old woman as the account holder who received the ill-gotten money. The case was handled by the Kozani Crime Investigation and Detection Department, which has initiated a criminal case against her for fraud.

Legal proceedings will follow, as the case file against the identified suspect will be submitted to the Kozani Public Prosecutor's Office. This incident highlights the risks associated with scams involving prepaid cards and the importance of vigilance among business owners in protecting themselves against such fraudulent schemes.