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German Authorities Warn of Lottery Scams as Major Jackpots Loom

A woman in Oberhausen lost €20,000 in a lottery scam, prompting police to issue warnings ahead of upcoming Eurojackpot and LOTTO6aus49 draws offering €10 million each.

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Overview

  • A 65-year-old woman from Oberhausen was tricked into paying €20,000 after a scammer posed as a prosecutor claiming she owed fees for an unclaimed lottery prize.
  • Police are urging vigilance against lottery scams, advising individuals to verify claims and contact authorities if approached with suspicious demands.
  • The Eurojackpot draw on May 27, 2025, and the LOTTO6aus49 draw on May 28, 2025, each offer €10 million in prize money.
  • Online lottery platform LOTTO24 is promoting discounted tickets, offering new customers three free fields on their LOTTO6aus49 tickets.
  • Astrological predictions suggest that individuals with the zodiac signs Leo, Pisces, and Virgo may have heightened luck in upcoming lottery draws, though this is speculative.