Garda Area Scammers Impersonate Carabinieri, Police to Trick Business Owners

They pose as Carabinieri when making phone calls to hoteliers, shop owners, artisans, and restaurant operators in the Middle and Upper Garda area, proposing subscriptions to magazines of the force.

They are not soldiers, but scammers who, from time to time, claim to belong to the finance police, police, fire brigade, or municipal police.

How to recognize scams and how to react

They often offer subscriptions to non-existent magazines or magazines unrelated to the law enforcement agencies.

Therefore, be vigilant and immediately notify the Carabinieri — simply dial 112 — as soon as you suspect you have fallen victim to those who,

have money, stop appearing.