Skilled gang in Vienna: Tens of thousands of euros in goods!

Skilled gang in Vienna: Tens of thousands of euros in goods!

Wien-Floridsdorf, Österreich - In Vienna, a fraud affair is blown up that shakes the domestic food industry. Five men are said to have tried to steal food worth ten thousands of euros using a fake transfer document. The goods supplier from the Korneuburg district already filed a complaint on July 14, 2025 after he was repeatedly tapped into the trap of a perfidious plan.

The supplier had already sent two deliveries-including drinks and food-to an address in Vienna-Floridsdorf. The invoices amounted to a low five -digit amount. With a third order, however, the supplier made it clear that he would not make any further shipping until the open invoices were paid. However, this did not seem to attract attention to the fraudsters, because they presented a fake transfer document to receive the next delivery.

arrest in the transfer of goods

The delivery was planned for July 15, 2025. But the crux came to light when criminal officers from Stockerau and Korneuburg became aware of the men during the handover of the goods. During the campaign, three of the five suspects, between the ages of 19 and 52, were arrested directly in the act. A fourth suspect was also caught shortly afterwards, while a fifth man was interrogated in the course of the investigation on July 16, 2025. All accused live in the Floridsdorf and Penzing districts, and it turns out that a 23-year-old who acted as the customer is confessed.

The entire official act was supported by Vienna police patrols, which not only the suspects arrested, but also the goods already delivered and returned to the supplier. The investigation has not yet been completed and all suspects are handed over to the Korneuburg public prosecutor.

A look at online fraud

The scam's mesh highlights the increasing concern about online banking and transfer fraud. According to cdr-legal.de there are more and more cases in which fraudsters get a financial advantage through unauthorized transfers. Complex methods such as phishing or the presentation of fake bills prove to be extremely successful. The victims often have to accept high financial losses.

Anyone who is affected or noticed suspicious transfers should note the following steps: First report the incident to their own bank and the police, do not forget the documentation of all relevant information and, if necessary, obtain legal advice. A bypass message is particularly important to minimize the damage. It is recommended to regularly check the account statements and to pay attention to signs such as unknown senders or incorrect information in invoices.

The legal consequences for transfer fraud should not be underestimated. According to Section 263 of the Criminal Code, fines or up to five years of imprisonment are threatened. In the case of more serious offenses, such as money laundering, the punishments can be even higher. Therefore, bank customers should always be vigilant in order not to become victims of these fraudulent machinations.

In times of digital payments and online orders, it is crucial to be aware of your financial security. These recent incidents are a warning that calls on to check their own security measures and remain vigilant.