economy

February 24, 2026

It all started with an ad on social media: Woman loses nearly 100,000 euros due to promises of quick earnings

The Virovitica-Podravina Police Department reported on Tuesday that they received a criminal complaint from a 50-year-old woman who lost 96,500 euros believing she was investing in cryptocurrencies.

It all started with an ad on social media: Woman loses nearly 100,000 euros due to promises of quick earnings

TL;DR

  • A 50-year-old woman reported a loss of 96,500 euros due to a cryptocurrency investment scam.
  • The victim saw an advertisement on social media in August 2025 promising high returns on investments in cryptocurrencies and precious metals.
  • She was misled by unknown individuals promising significant profits and made payments totaling 96,500 euros between August 2025 and February 2026.
  • Police are investigating the case and have issued warnings about investment fraud and fake financial advisors.
  • The police emphasize that investing in cryptocurrencies is inherently risky, and potential investors should be wary of fraudsters.

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