Criminals Impersonate National Insurance Representatives to Scam Elderly Immigrants in Israel
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by Channel 13 · 19 hours ago
What happened
Over 400 complaints have been filed in Israel about scams targeting elderly immigrants, with criminals impersonating National Insurance representatives to steal money. Victims, including an 82-year-old woman in Petah Tikva, have lost thousands of shekels. Police and the National Insurance Institute urge vigilance and verification of identities, while activists call for stronger state action.
- 01Over 400 complaints of scams targeting elderly immigrants were filed between March and May in Israel.
- 02Criminals impersonate National Insurance representatives to defraud victims of tens of thousands of shekels.
- 03An 82-year-old woman in Petah Tikva lost about 6,000 shekels after a scammer visited her home.
- 04Police say they handle complaints but cases often close quickly without resolution.
- 05National Insurance Institute warns employees do not visit homes without prior notice and urges verification.
- 06Activists criticize insufficient police resources and lack of restitution for victims.
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