Authorities Warn of Fake Tax Notices Scamming Citizens

Fraudulent tax demands are being mailed across several German states, urging recipients to make immediate payments.

Scammers are sending fake tax notices by mail, demanding quick income tax payments via bank transfer.
The fraudulent letters often use incorrect sender information, such as non-existent tax authorities or wrong addresses.
Several states, including Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and Thuringia, have issued warnings about these deceptive practices.
Recipients are advised to verify the authenticity of tax notices by comparing them with previous official documents.
Victims of this scam are encouraged to report the incident to the police and consult their banks immediately.