A NOTORIOUS alleged fraudster was arrested due to the combined efforts of the Pinetown Detectives office and the Westville SAPS on Wednesday 28 August.
Investigating officer Asogan Pillay told the the Highway Mail that he has been pursuing the alleged fraudster since January this year.
“Since we began the investigation the fraudster has moved to approximately six various addresses. As soon as he sensed that the police were on to him he would disappear,” said Pillay.
Police finally managed to track down the alleged fraudster through information provided by informants in the area.
According to Pillay, the alleged fraudster, who could only be identified as a 40-year-old Indian male, would scam businesses by purchasing various items, which are mostly used in construction.
“His modus operandi was to purchase items via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) or a cheque that would later bounce. After he had acquired the items he would sell them again,” said Pillay. The alleged fraudster mainly targeted businesses in the Pinetown and Westville areas.
Pillay is appealing to the public to report any scams with a similar modus operandi to him. “Any information could help the SAPS build its case.” he added.
The alleged fraudster will appear in court on Friday 30 August at the Pinetown Magistrates court where he is expected to plea and be charged.
Contact W/O Asogan Pillay on 031 325 5039 or 083 783 1443.
