Scammers Pose as Carabinieri in Garda Region to Trick Locals

They pose as Carabinieri when making telephone contacts with hoteliers, shopkeepers, artisans, and restaurateurs in the Medio and Alto Garda regions, proposing subscriptions to magazines related to the force.

These are not genuine military personnel, but scammers who, on various occasions, claim to belong to the finance police, police, fire brigade, or municipal police force.

How to recognize scams and how to react

They often suggest subscriptions to fake magazines or those that have nothing to do with law enforcement agencies force.

Therefore, be vigilant and immediately notify the Carabinieri — just dial 112 — as soon as you suspect you have been targeted by individuals who,

if they have money, stop showing themselves.