26-year-old English national arrested in NZ for scamming elderly victims posing as police.

26-year-old English national arrested in Wellington, NZ for fraud scheme targeting elderly, vulnerable victims. Scammers posed as police officers, instructing victims to withdraw cash or purchase gold to assist with fraud investigation. At least 17 victims lost several hundred thousand dollars. Authorities believe operation is offshore-coordinated. Police warn public, especially elderly and vulnerable, to be vigilant, and they will never ask for money or personal financial information.

August 02, 2024
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