2024-11-15 16:14:00
Two people were arrested this morning in the town of Allende on suspicion of defrauding a Chinese businessman living in Santa Fe. 21 million pesos.
Police reports identify them as a 38-year-old man and a 30-year-old woman with arrest warrants from the St. Louis Department of Justice. during their kidnapping operation 3 Guns, documents, cell phones, ammunition and lockpicks.
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The fraud against the foreign businessmen, owners of the Estella supermarket in Santa Fe, occurred in early November when they wanted to complete a purchase. They contacted a seller on Facebook.
According to them, they had agreed with the alleged seller to purchase the supplies for P21 million, but when they arrived at the meeting point 6 men are waiting for them Outside an abandoned house.
Still suspicious of the place (José Eustaquio de Iriarte 1558, Bellavista), they entered the place and handed over their money, then Counterfeit seller flees with millions of dollars. The two people arrested in connection with the incident will face criminal charges, as indicated by their arrests.
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How has the community’s response been to the recent arrests and increased police presence?
**Interview with Local Police Chief, Maria Gonzalez, on Recent Arrests in Allende**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Chief Gonzalez. Can you provide us with details on the recent arrests made in Allende?
**Chief Gonzalez:** Thank you for having me. This morning, our officers arrested two individuals suspected of defrauding a Chinese businessman. The investigation began after the victim, who was in town for business purposes, reported that he had been swindled out of a substantial amount of money.
**Editor:** Can you elaborate on how the fraud was carried out?
**Chief Gonzalez:** From what we’ve gathered so far, the suspects posed as legitimate business partners, luring the victim into a scheme that promised high returns on investments. They provided false documentation and made elaborate claims to gain his trust.
**Editor:** What steps are being taken to ensure the victim’s recovery, and how might this impact the community’s perception of safety for foreign businessmen?
**Chief Gonzalez:** Our primary focus is on recovering the funds and ensuring the victim feels safe. We’ve increased patrols and are working to reassure both residents and visitors that criminal activities like this will not be tolerated here in Allende.
**Editor:** Is there any advice you would give to foreign businessmen to avoid becoming victims of fraud?
**Chief Gonzalez:** Absolutely. I encourage everyone to conduct thorough due diligence before entering any business agreement and to verify the credentials of potential partners. It’s always better to be cautious and seek legal advice if something seems too good to be true.
**Editor:** Thank you, Chief Gonzalez, for sharing these important insights with us.
**Chief Gonzalez:** Thank you for bringing attention to this matter. We’re committed to protecting our community and its visitors.