In Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil, two men and a woman were arrested for their involvement in a scam that defrauded an elderly woman of more than R$ 50,000. The incident took place on February 5, when one of the suspects approached the victim near the National Institute of Social Security (INSS) and pretended to sell her valuable land. By misleading her, the suspect managed to convince her to part with a large sum of money and several pieces of jewelry.

The police investigation, led by the 1st Police District of Mogi das Cruzes, utilized municipal monitoring systems to locate the vehicle used by the criminals on the day of the scam. Upon finding the vehicle, authorities arrested the suspects, one of whom allegedly confessed to the crime and was identified by the victim. The woman accompanying him was found in possession of one of the stolen pieces of jewelry valued at approximately R$ 8,000, leading to additional charges of receiving stolen goods.

This case highlights the ongoing issue of scams targeting vulnerable populations, particularly the elderly, in Brazil. The police response illustrates a commitment to combatting such crimes by leveraging technology and cooperation within law enforcement to ensure that perpetrators are caught and held accountable. This incident serves as a reminder for families to remain vigilant regarding the safety of their elderly loved ones against fraudulent schemes.