The Civil Guard has arrested a 41-year-old man in Granada on suspicion of defrauding over €350,000 from more than 40 people, most of whom are elderly and disabled. This arrest is part of Operation Larberik, which began in May.
During a citizen security operation, a vehicle was identified whose boot contained documentation related to credit contracts and third-party data. After investigating, it was confirmed that the individuals whose data was in the documents were victims of the suspect's actions.
Modus operandi of the fraudster
The individual posed as a salesperson for various companies, gaining the trust of his victims with a polite and proper appearance. Once inside their homes, he managed to obtain personal and banking information, as well as signatures, which he used to formalise credit contracts or acquire goods such as mobile phones and vehicles without the victims' knowledge.
On some occasions, he would return claiming errors in the transactions, convincing the victims to make cash payments or transfers, thereby doubling the financial damage. In other cases, he signed documents in the name of the affected individuals, taking advantage of their vulnerability.
Investigation and consequences
The investigation revealed that the scams had spread to six Andalusian provinces, including Málaga, where more than 40 people reported being victims. Additionally, the suspect acquired several vehicles and mobile devices, some of which may have been resold. One person involved in the sale of a stolen vehicle has been placed at the disposal of the judiciary.
As a result of the arrest, the suspect's home was searched, where a reported motorcycle, the vehicle used by the accused, over a thousand euros in cash, a portable card reader, and documentation related to the scam were found. The detainee was placed at the disposal of the Granada Court of Guard, where provisional imprisonment has been ordered.
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