A 25-year-old man was arrested in Warsaw, Poland, after allegedly stealing 10,000 złoty from a woman who hid her savings in a freezer following a scam phone call.
Victim Follows Instructions, Loses Savings
The victim was instructed by a caller to hide her money in her freezer to protect it from a supposed threat. She was told a “trusted person” would arrive to guard her and her savings.
While the woman briefly went to the bathroom, both the man and 10,000 złoty disappeared.
Police Quickly Identify Suspect
Criminal investigators quickly identified a suspect linked to the fraud, which used the “legend” of threatened money as a tactic.
Police observed the area where the 25-year-old was expected to appear and apprehended him. A database check revealed he was already wanted for a prior theft.
Suspect Already Facing Separate Sentence
The suspect was found to have a 79-day prison sentence outstanding for a previous theft conviction.
Extensive Evidence Gathered
Criminal investigators and detectives collaborated to gather substantial evidence related to the case.
Fraudulent Phone Call Initiates Scheme
The victim received a phone call warning of a threat to her money and was directed to conceal her savings in the freezer.
Arrest and Temporary Detention
The suspect has been charged with fraud, and a court has ordered his temporary arrest at the request of the Warsaw-Praga Południe District Prosecutor’s Office.
Investigation Ongoing
The Warsaw-Praga Południe District Prosecutor’s Office is supervising the investigation.