Police uncover “Accountant” criminal group: 39 frauds, 1 attempt, over €200,000 stolen
The Kavala Public Security Unit, in collaboration with the Patras Crime Investigation Department, conducted a thorough investigation, identifying the alleged perpetrators and linking them to 39 fraud cases and one attempted fraud.
The suspects reportedly operated using two main methods. In the first, they presented false facts as true, often claiming to be involved in vehicle sales or purchases through online ads. Victims were persuaded to transfer money through a supposed accountant to issue invoices for the transactions. In the second method, the perpetrators impersonated accountants over the phone, convincing victims that they were eligible for various grants, thereby gaining access to their bank accounts.
Through their schemes, the group managed to defraud victims of over €200,000, with only one attempt failing to succeed.
The Kavala Crime Investigation Department continues to handle the preliminary investigation.
