Check your bank account. Right now.
Authorities across Poland are warning citizens to double-check their balances — even if nothing seems off at first glance. It might not be a big withdrawal — sometimes it’s just small, regular amounts quietly disappearing. But according to police, it’s all part of a massive, organized operation.
“Since yesterday, cash has been withdrawn en masse from ATMs in Poznan, Kraków, Łódź, Warsaw, and Wrocław,” said Junior Inspector Andrzej Borowiak from the Greater Poland Police. “This is a large-scale, coordinated attack.”
Hundreds of Thousands Gone Overnight
Just over the weekend (October 25–26), police in Poznań alone received nearly 70 reports of unauthorized withdrawals from private accounts. A similar wave of reports has hit Bydgoszcz, where over 50 cases were filed in just 24 hours.
Early estimates suggest the total amount stolen could already reach several hundred thousand złoty — and growing.
Police and Banks Working Together — But No Bank Named Yet
“We are analyzing all reports and remain in constant contact with the bank’s security department,” said Borowiak. However, police have not revealed which bank (or banks) might be affected. Meanwhile, customers from multiple institutions have told local media their money vanished — sometimes several thousand złoty at once — often withdrawn from ATMs in completely different cities.
What To Do If You Notice Missing Money
Authorities urge anyone who spots any unauthorized withdrawal to immediately:
- Report it to the nearest police station.
- Bring your ID, bank account number, and account statement showing the suspicious transaction.
“It’s critical people act quickly,” Borowiak emphasized. “Even if it’s a small amount — report it. Every detail helps track this organized group.”
The Attack Is Spreading
Police in Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship confirmed dozens of cases across Bydgoszcz (51), Nakło (1), Żnin (2), and Aleksandrów Kujawski (1). Investigators are working to determine whether these attacks are linked to the same criminal network.
At the national level, Deputy Commissioner Lucyna Rekowska from Police Headquarters told “Fakt” that, for now, reports are concentrated in the Greater Poland and Kuyavian-Pomeranian regions — but didn’t rule out the possibility of a broader wave.
Far From Finished
No official explanation has been provided as to why the name of the affected bank is being withheld. Poland’s police are calling this one of the most organized financial attacks in recent years — and they warn: it’s far from finished.
