Fraud alert in Mühlheim after men exploit homeowner with fake repairs
Police in Mühlheim am Main are investigating a suspected fraud attempt after a group of men targeted a homeowner in Leopoldstraße. The incident began with an unsolicited offer to repair a gutter but quickly escalated into demands for thousands of euros.
Six men approached a resident on her doorstep, proposing to fix her gutter at a reasonable price. The homeowner agreed, but the workers allegedly carried out extra tasks without permission. Later, she noticed damage to her carport.
After hours of work, the men demanded payment running into several thousand euros. The woman refused and called the police. Four of the men fled before officers arrived, but two were arrested on suspicion of attempted fraud. Authorities have warned residents to stay cautious with unexpected doorstep offers. They advise checking workers' identification, verifying company details independently, and never agreeing to unsolicited work without proper checks.
The two arrested men remain under investigation for suspected fraud. Police continue to urge locals to report suspicious activity and avoid engaging with uninvited tradespeople. The case serves as a reminder to confirm credentials before allowing any work to begin.
