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Suspected fraudster of the 'Chilean package' captured in Barranquilla: Police attribute operations in five departments of the country
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Suspected fraudster of the 'Chilean package' captured in Barranquilla: Police attribute operations in five departments of the country

A 40-year-old woman was arrested in Barranquilla for allegedly participating in a fraud scheme known as the 'paquete chileno,' which involves deceiving victims into handing over money or valuables. The police intercepted her while she attempted to steal $1.1 million withdrawn by a citizen at a bank branch. During the operation, authorities seized 2.677.774 Venezuelan bolívares and a mobile phone, which were handed over to the prosecutor’s office as evidence. The suspect has prior judicial records for theft, fraud, and other crimes. The police stated that the arrest is part of broader efforts against financial fraud and warned citizens to be cautious of suspicious offers or exchanges in public spaces.

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Suspected fraudster of the 'Chilean package' captured in Barranquilla: Police attribute operations in five departments of the country

A 40-year-old woman was arrested in Barranquilla for allegedly participating in a fraud scheme known as the 'paquete chileno,' which involves deceiving victims into handing over money or valuables. The police intercepted her while she attempted to steal $1.1 million withdrawn by a citizen at a bank branch. During the operation, authorities seized 2.677.774 Venezuelan bolívares and a mobile phone, which were handed over to the prosecutor’s office as evidence. The suspect has prior judicial records for theft, fraud, and other crimes. The police stated that the arrest is part of broader efforts against financial fraud and warned citizens to be cautious of suspicious offers or exchanges in public spaces.

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