SOURCE: REAL NEWS – An ongoing investigation is underway as police delve into a case involving a man who allegedly impersonated a Treasury Department official and swindled a businessman out of over $3,000.
The incident was reported by an individual residing on Old Parham Road, who filed a complaint with the Criminal Investigations Department (CID).
According to the victim, an unknown male, claiming to be “Mr. Roberts” from the Treasury Department, contacted him via cellphone.
The businessman claimed that the imposter requested money and assured him of a meeting to discuss outstanding payments owed by the government.
On May 31, the perpetrator called the victim and asked to borrow $850. Later that day, “Mr. Roberts” personally collected the sum.
The following day, June 1, the fraudster contacted the victim again, this time seeking an additional $1,000, with the promise of arranging a meeting regarding the owed funds. A representative sent by the imposter collected the money.
Continuing his deceitful tactics, the fake Treasury official made another call on June 2, requesting $1,500 from the Old Parham Road resident.
Suspicions arose when a third individual arrived at the victim’s premises, seemingly carrying marijuana.
Despite the businessman’s concerns, he handed over the money before promptly notifying the police of the situation.
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