2024-10-30 23:00:00
after crash Dubrovnik Apartment Hotel One person has died so far at Villa Gesell, according to local electricity cooperative Cevige. Possibly a scam perpetrated by a strangerimpersonating the company to steal users’ personal data.
The operation turned out to be an alleged call from the electric cooperative to neighbors under the pretext of coordinating the execution of scheduled outages in order to continue rescue missions in the affected areas. After the attempted phone scam came to light, Severji issued a statement warning the public: Any contact requesting personal data from users is “fake”while clarifying that “it will not be making calls regarding planned outages.”
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“The work carried out in the area where the tragedy occurred is carried out in coordination with experts working on the scene and has been ongoing since the intervention of the operators in the area was requested, for safety reasons and to facilitate the rescue mission of the staff,” he explained . “All information that requires users to provide personal data This is fake, maybe a scam” he stressed.
In this way, electric cooperatives Report that the number provided by the user is suspected of fraud Where attempts are made to deceive. “We strongly condemn these incidents, which take advantage of such a serious and shocking situation for our entire community in an attempt to commit computer crimes. Any contributions from users will be added to the presentation in court,” he said.
A message circulating on social networks warned of this modus operandi: “They just called me pretending to be Cevige staff (they are not from here because they don’t even know how to pronounce it).” “They tell you that due to the collapse , the supply will be reduced, they suggest you arrange it, apparently for this They ask you for codes which they will definitely use to steal your WhatsApp. Be careful and remind your family members to never provide any information to anyone through this medium,” he added.
One of the phone scam cases also surfaced. “We communicate because There will be a power outage from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.due to the collapse of Buenos Aires Avenue,” the conversation began, according to reports information base.
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“My God! But what is it, tomorrow? “No, it’s today. The cuts will start at 6 p.m. I don’t know if you know what happened on Buenos Aires Boulevard” is the response. “Yes, yes… I’ve known her my whole life. We were pioneers… God, I don’t even want to think about it. “When are you going to tell me to cut it?” the woman asked again.
“It’s going to take 10 to 13 hours because crews are on the sidewalks 24 hours a day,” the accused Cevige employee said. “That’s why I’m calling you, I can reschedule court for you“Tell me when you can close and I’ll generate it for you when you close.”
One man died, a woman was rescued and seven others, including the owner and her nephew, were missing after the collapse. “But are you the son of Chiquito Gomez, the son of Flaco Gomez?” asked the neighbor. The person behind said. “But you will tell me. I am Marta, tell her. “I haven’t seen Flaco in a long time,” the woman said.
“How are you, Marta, is everything okay?” the interlocutor replied angrily. “Something bad happened and we’re going to turn off the power because we’re out there working with the firefighters. When would you like us to turn off the power to your home? Tell me, Maria,” he continued. In response, the woman asked not to “have some company” during the day.
The scammer then asks for a phone number to arrange the alleged outage: “Give me someone I can text or WhatsApp you with”. “Ah, well, well, stop, stop, I’ll go there and look for it. Wait for me and I’ll give you mine, private. Pass it to Flacco. Then, have him write to me. ” I tell you; 22, 22, 55… Go to work, you dirty rat. Disgusting sewer rat“He initiated the call and ended it by insulting the man.
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**Interview with Marcela Severji, Communications Director of Cevige Electric Cooperative**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Marcela. Can you explain the situation surrounding the Dubrovnik Apartment Hotel collapse in Villa Gesell and the subsequent scams targeting residents?
**Marcela Severji:** Thank you for having me. The situation is indeed tragic. Early on Tuesday morning, the Dubrovnik Apartment Hotel collapsed, leading to one confirmed fatality so far, with others missing. As rescue operations are ongoing, we’ve seen an unfortunate rise in scams where individuals are impersonating Cevige staff.
**Interviewer:** What do these scams entail?
**Marcela Severji:** Scammers have been calling residents, pretending to be from our cooperative. They claim to be coordinating power outages due to the collapse and attempt to extract personal information, such as codes that could compromise their security, particularly using WhatsApp.
**Interviewer:** What does the cooperative advise residents to do in light of these scams?
**Marcela Severji:** We strongly advise residents to be vigilant. Any call requesting personal information, especially related to planned outages, should be considered fraudulent. We have made it clear that Cevige will not make such calls. If anyone receives a suspicious call, they should report it to the authorities.
**Interviewer:** You mentioned that residents can play a role in combating these scams. How can they contribute?
**Marcela Severji:** Yes, public awareness is crucial. We encourage residents to inform their families and neighbors about these scams. It’s essential to stay cautious, especially during such tumultuous times. Any reports of scams can help us present evidence to law enforcement as we aim to bring these criminals to justice.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for the information, Marcela. What steps is Cevige taking to ensure the safety and support of residents during this crisis?
**Marcela Severji:** We are working closely with experts and emergency services to manage the situation effectively. Our focus is on supporting the rescue efforts while ensuring our community feels secure. We are committed to providing timely updates through official channels, so it’s important to rely on verified information.
**Interviewer:** Thanks again for your insights, Marcela. We hope this situation improves swiftly for the residents of Villa Gesell.
**Marcela Severji:** Thank you for your support. It’s critical we come together as a community during these difficult times.
