First, she was called by alleged utility workers regarding meter replacement, then fake Ministry of Communications employees joined, and later — alleged representatives of the State Control Committee.
The woman was intimidated with criminal prosecution and a search, convinced to "declare" her savings, the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reports.
Believing them, she herself went to Minsk and handed over the money to a stranger. Returning home, at the instruction of the fraudsters, she transferred the remaining savings to a "secure account" and took out several loans. Only bank employees suspected the deception and strongly advised her to contact the police.
As a result of the multi-stage scheme, the victim lost over 35 thousand rubles in equivalent. Detectives identified and detained the courier — a 22-year-old resident of Gomel. He himself fell under the influence of the fraudsters and did not realize he was participating in a crime.
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