Police in Eastern Finland are warning the public about a gift card scam targeting vulnerable individuals, particularly the elderly. A resident of South Savo lost 700 euros after being deceived by a fraudulent email. The email, received on June 11th, appeared to be from a friend within the same pensioners' association as the victim. Authorities believe the scam relies on exploiting trust and familiarity between individuals. Police are urging caution when responding to unexpected email requests, especially those involving financial transactions or gift cards. This incident highlights the growing threat of online fraud and the importance of verifying the authenticity of communications before taking action. Further investigations are underway to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.