Phishing Scam Steals €7,000 from Frigento Resident

Phishing Scam Steals €7,000 from Frigento Resident

First seen 9 Sep 2026, 17:44 UTC Ilmattino.It 39.0

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A phishing scam resulted in the theft of €7,000 from a bank account belonging to a resident of Frigento, Avellino. The victim received an SMS that appeared to be from their bank, which included their bank credentials. Shortly after, the victim received a phone call from a scammer impersonating a bank operator. The scammer withdrew the entire amount from the victim's account within seconds. The victim promptly reported the incident to the authorities. The Carabinieri's investigation led to the identification of a 26-year-old suspect from Naples, who has been charged with computer fraud and aggravated fraud. This incident highlights the ongoing threat of phishing scams targeting individuals.

Key Points: • A phishing scam led to a €7,000 theft from a Frigento resident. • The scam involved an SMS and a follow-up phone call from a scammer posing as a bank operator. • A suspect has been identified and reported for computer fraud.

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2026-09-09
Phishing scam reported
A resident of Frigento reported the loss of €7,000 due to a phishing scam involving SMS and phone call impersonation.
Ilmattino.It
2026-09-09
Investigation launched
The Carabinieri began an investigation into the reported phishing scam to identify the perpetrator.
Ilmattino.It
2026-09-09
Suspect identified
A 26-year-old resident of Naples was identified as the suspect responsible for the phishing scam.
Ilmattino.It