Scammers Imitate Police to Sell Fake Magazine Subscriptions in Garda

They impersonate Carabinieri when telephoning hoteliers, shopkeepers, artisans, and restaurant owners in the Middle and Upper Garda area, offering subscriptions to weapon-related magazines.

They are not military personnel, but scammers who, from time to time, claim to belong to the finance police, police, firefighters, or the Municipal police.

Recognizing Scams

They often propose subscriptions to nonexistent magazines or those unrelated to law enforcement.

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

if they have money, no longer show themselves.