'Hi mum, this is my new number'

An unknown number claims to be your child with a broken phone. Then comes an urgent invoice you should 'just quickly' transfer — to an unfamiliar account.

Warning signs

New number, calls are refused
Urgent payment, the recipient is a stranger
No video call, excuses when you ask questions

What to do

Call your child on the old number. If you already transferred: call your bank immediately and request a recall.

Source: "Hallo Mama", "Hallo Papa" – Betrugsversuche über WhatsApp und SMS