In a troubling incident in Macapá, Brazil, a taxi driver has been arrested for allegedly scamming a visually impaired man. According to police reports, the victim hailed a taxi, and during payment, the driver offered to assist him with a bank transfer via mobile app. However, instead of aiding the man, the driver is accused of taking control of his phone and initiating several unauthorized transfers that significantly exceeded the fare of the ride.

Investigators uncovered that bank statements revealed the diverted funds were transferred to accounts belonging to the driver's relatives, including his mother and wife. The police corroborated the scam by pointing out that the driver had a clear intent to defraud from the moment he interacted with the victim. Despite the victim having already paid for the taxi service, the driver repeatedly claimed that the payment had not been credited to his account, attempting the ruse three times in total.

This incident not only highlights the vulnerability of individuals with disabilities in public settings but also raises broader concerns about trust and safety in public transportation. The ongoing investigation indicates that the taxi driver may have a history of similar offenses already documented through various police reports, suggesting a pattern of criminal behavior that demands a serious legal response and possibly broader scrutiny of taxi services in the region.