In Vilnius, a 91-year-old woman became a victim of a scam when she received a phone call from an unknown individual who claimed to be a police officer. The man, conversing in Russian, convinced the elderly woman that there was a need to check and declare the money kept at her home. Trusting the caller, she complied and handed over a total of 40,000 euros to a stranger who arrived at her house.

Authorities have reported the incident and are now conducting a preliminary investigation into the fraudulent activities. This case highlights the vulnerability of elderly individuals to such scams as the perpetrators often exploit their trust and lack of familiarity with the methods of con artists. The scam has raised concern about the safety and protection of senior citizens against financial fraud.

Local law enforcement is urging the community to remain vigilant and to inform older family members about the potential for such scams. They recommend that anyone receiving similar calls should hang up and verify the information independently to prevent becoming a victim of fraud. The case remains under investigation as authorities aim to track down the individual responsible for this crime.