Subscription fraud cases have surged in Belgium, with scammers exploiting personal data to open mobile contracts and order phones illegally. On 2025-06-06 12:36:00, authorities revealed a major investigation exposing how fraudsters used victims’ birthdates, email addresses, and identity numbers to create seemingly legitimate accounts.
- Oplichters gebruikten slachtoffers' gegevens voor abonnementen
- Speurders identificeerden 18 verdachten totaal
- 16 verdachten veroordeeld bij verstek gevangenisstraf
- 2 verdachten kregen werkstraf en boetes
- Proximus ontving schadevergoeding van 145.000 euro
- Betalingen stopten na enkele maanden frauduleus gebruik
The scam involved initial payments being made to avoid suspicion, but after a few months, the fraudsters stopped paying, leaving companies like Proximus with significant financial losses. The investigation identified 18 suspects, with most failing to appear in court.
What consequences do these subscription fraudsters face, and how can Belgians protect themselves from such schemes? The latest court rulings offer some answers.
Why do subscription fraud cases continue to rise despite growing awareness? This case highlights the ease with which personal information can be misused online. Key points include:
- Fraudsters used victims’ personal data to open accounts and order devices without consent.
- Most suspects avoided court, resulting in default convictions and suspended sentences.
- Proximus secured substantial compensation, showing telecom companies are actively pursuing justice.
- Victims often remain unaware until financial damage is done, underscoring the need for vigilance.
As subscription fraud evolves, Belgians should stay informed and cautious. Could stronger data protections and quicker fraud detection systems reduce such crimes? Only collective vigilance and improved security measures will help curb this growing threat.
