Telephone sex rip-off: Consumer protection and police warn of new scam.
Caution is advised when it comes to telephone sex offers, warn consumer protection and the police. It can be a trap where scammers try to get money or personal information.
The fraud involving manipulated phone sex invoices may not be new, but it is currently experiencing an unexpected resurgence. Consumer protection is currently and is giving advice on how those affected should best react.
Be careful when calling back unknown callers.
At the same time, the police warns on their prevention portal about telephone sex traps from the Czech Republic .
So it's better to keep your eyes open and take a closer look before you get involved in erotic calls.
Phone sex traps – an underestimated danger?
Telephone eroticism may be a thrilling opportunity for many people to live out their sexuality.
But a certain degree of caution is required, because there is danger lurking in the world of phone sex.
Phone sex traps are often underestimated, but they can have serious consequences. Scammers take advantage of consumers' desire and curiosity and lure them into a trap with supposedly horny girls on the other end of the phone.
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But how do you protect yourself from this type of fraud? One option is to only choose reputable phone sex providers and make sure that they display transparent prices.
You should also always be aware that there doesn't have to be a real woman on the other end of the line - no matter how real it sounds. If warning signals appear, such as unexpected costs or questionable offers, consumers should hang up immediately and, if necessary, report the attempted fraud.
It is worthwhile to inform other consumers about such incidents and thus raise wider public awareness of the issue. The police and consumer protection provide important support.
Overall, it's important to realize that phone sex isn't always the harmless phone eroticism you might imagine.
The dangers often lurk in the background and can have serious consequences. But if you are vigilant and remain attentive, you can protect yourself from the phone sex trap and live out your sexuality without worry.
What is the rip-off scam from the Czech Republic about?
The European Consumer Center (EVZ) Germany has announced that since 2021, an increasing number of fake invoices from an alleged Czech telephone sex provider have been sent to citizens who have never used this service.
The invoices require a payment of 90 euros. Recipients can pay either by SEPA transfer or by registered mail to a Czech postal address.
If the recipients refuse to pay, the first reminder letters soon follow and finally the well-known “final reminder” in which the fraudsters threaten serious consequences.
This scam is anything but new. Especially with the last letter, the fraudsters are putting pressure on you and creating fear of debt collection companies and legal consequences.
As usual in such cases, these threats are just empty words. The criminals randomly send invoices to victims whose phone numbers and addresses they have previously obtained using tricks such as lure calls.
The names of the supposed phone sex companies are constantly changing. According to consumer protection, Telestar, Telesmart, Arvex, Mexcom, Kawora, Werso, Comera, Innova Inkasso Telpay or Madaco are known. However, none of them really exist.
What should you do if you fall victim to this sneaky rip-off attempt?
First of all, it is important to stay calm . No matter how much the scammers pressure, if you haven't used a phone sex service, you don't have to pay anything!
Even if you dial such a number by mistake, you will only be charged the regular telephone charges. Additional fees can only be requested if a contract with pre-determined prices has been concluded. In this case, the burden of proof lies with the service provider and they cannot harm you.
According to consumer protection, if you receive a counterfeit invoice you should contact the police and complain in writing to the sender of the invoice. Ask him to withdraw all demands.
If the process seems too overwhelming for you, EVZ Germany available to help you free of charge and offer advice.
By the way, you can download a sample cover letter from the EVZ website In order to obtain proof of the sending of this letter, it should be sent by registered mail.
What other phone sex rip-offs are there and how do they work?
Phone sex is a form of eroticism that takes place over the telephone. Two people can sexually stimulate and satisfy each other without being physically present. It can be as simple as dirty talk or as complex as role playing , depending on the preferences of the people involved.
As a rule, women are the ones who offer the service of phone sex and there are many girls from 18 years old to mature women.
The scammers take advantage of this fact and lure consumers with ads of horny girls in order to lure them into their trap. During the conversation, attempts are often made to get the customer to request additional services such as images or videos or even to reveal personal information.
It is important to know that reputable providers would never make such requests and that you should always be vigilant.
If you're interested in phone sex and would like to pay for it, look for reputable offers and make sure all costs are shown upfront.
Don't be fooled by cheap lure offers and be wary of suspicious calls or text messages .
The perfidious scams of phone sex scammers: How they lure consumers into a trap
Phone sex scams are a serious threat to consumers. The fraudsters cleverly use eroticism as bait to lure and exploit their victims. They do this very cleverly and use various tricks to lure their victims into a trap.
Scammers often pose as sexy women or girls who would like to have phone sex. They are very sensitive and specifically look for lonely people in order to manipulate them emotionally.
During the conversation, the victim is led to believe that an attractive woman is present who shares sexual fantasies and is willing to live them out with him. But in reality it is usually men or even automated voices on the other end of the line.
Scammers also often try to draw attention to themselves by displaying alleged phone numbers for erotic hotlines or by promising hot sexual adventures.
Consumers should be particularly vigilant and not disclose any personal information or transfer money. It is important to emphasize that real phone sex should always be consensual and no one should be pressured into it.
In order to protect yourself from telephone sex fraud, it is therefore strongly recommended to precautionary measures such as checking the reliability of the provider and recognizing warning signals during the telephone call itself. In addition, those affected should definitely contact consumer protection organizations or the police to get advice on further steps.
It is important that perpetrators of phone sex scams are prosecuted and victims are given support.
Precautions: How to Protect Yourself from Phone Sex Scams
One of the most important precautions against phone sex scams is to only speak to reputable providers . Search online for reviews and experiences from other customers.
Be wary of offers from “horny girls” who pose as underage or offer to give you a certain number of minutes for free. Never give out personal information such as your name, address or credit card information.
If a conversation becomes unpleasant or the other person displays behavior that could indicate fraudulent intent, simply hang up.
Pay attention to whether the person you are talking to is actually present and not just pretending to be present through background noise or repetition of certain phrases.
If someone tries to offer you an erotic service without your request, don't get involved and say ' no' . By taking these simple precautions, consumers can help protect themselves from the dangers of phone sex scams.
Recognizing warning signs: Signs of fraudulent intent during phone sex
When it comes to phone sex, it's important to pay attention to warning signs to avoid scams. A sign of fraudulent intent can be if the “girl” on the other end of the line is very pushy, impatient, or doesn’t introduce herself personally.
Even if it urges you to reveal personal information or perform explicit actions, you should keep your eyes open. If the only goal of the conversation is to keep the customer on the line for as long as possible and incur high costs, you should also be skeptical.
It is therefore advisable to always pay close attention to the other person's voice and to simply hang up if you suspect something. It is also important to carefully check invoices and debits after a phone sex conversation.
If unknown numbers are displayed or the costs are higher than expected, immediate action should be taken.
Support from consumer protection and the police in the event of telephone fraud
If you have become a victim of phone sex fraud, you should contact consumer protection and the police. They can help you identify the perpetrator and take further steps if necessary.
Consumer Protection also offers advice and support on legal issues related to fraud. It is important to collect and provide all evidence, such as call logs or recordings of conversations, to support the investigation process.
Police can also help by identifying and prosecuting telephone scammers. If there is enough evidence, the perpetrators can be charged with fraud.
The goal is not only to provide justice for the victim, but also to protect other potential victims from similar incidents in the future.
However, it is important to note that successful prosecution can be difficult and may take a significant amount of time.
This is why prevention is the best way to protect yourself from phone sex scams .
Be wary of unknown callers or unexpected offers of “erotic” services over the phone. Stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to consumer protection or the police immediately.
