A group of three fraudsters swindled 450 people, stealing over 3.2 billion VND.
Using the tactic of advertising cheap ornamental plants, clothes, sports equipment, watches, etc., online, a group of three individuals defrauded 450 people nationwide, stealing a total of over 3.2 billion VND.
The Ninh Binh Provincial Police Investigation Agency has issued a decision to temporarily detain three individuals: Ta Nguyen Hoang (born in 2005, residing in Yen Thuy commune, Phu Tho province); Bui Duc Huan (born in 2005, residing in Hong Vu commune, Hung Yen province); and Hoang Duc Toan (born in 2007, residing in Yen Thuy commune, Phu Tho province) for investigation and clarification of fraudulent activities.misappropriation of propertyonline.
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| The group of suspects has been arrested. |
During the initial investigation, the Police Investigation Agency had grounds and documents to determine that this group specializing in online fraud and property appropriation was led by Ta Nguyen Hoang.
To carry out the scam, the perpetrators used anonymous Facebook and Zalo accounts to post numerous advertisements selling ornamental plants, clothes, shoes, sports equipment, watches, etc., at prices lower than market prices to attract customers.
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| The related evidence. |
When someone contacts them to inquire about purchasing goods, this group will add them as friends on Zalo, create a facade of credibility, and then ask the customer to transfer a deposit to a bank account that is not in their name; after that, they block communication and steal the money for personal use.
The police have investigated and determined that using the above methods, the three suspects defrauded and stole money from 450 people nationwide, totaling more than 3.2 billion VND...