Billion-Rial Scam Using Fake Meteorites!

The police commander of Aligudarz County announced the identification and arrest of a man who defrauded victims of 25 billion rials by posing as a seller of decorative stones and fake meteorites.

According to the report of Arjan Ambassador, Colonel Ali Asdalahi, explaining the details of this case to the media on Wednesday afternoon, said: Following the referral of a complaint about fraud through the sale of fake ornamental stones and meteorites, a specialized investigation of the matter was put on the agenda of the police officers of the city.

Identification of the accused with specialized police investigations

The police commander of Aliguderz added: The officers succeeded in identifying the identity of the person in question by conducting specialized investigations and intelligence measures.

Asdalahi continued: After coordinating with the judicial authorities, the officers went to the accused's hideout in a raid and arrested him.

Discovery of fake gemstones and meteorites

Referring to the inspection of the accused's hideout, he stated: During this inspection, several pieces of artificial stones and fake meteorites were discovered.

The police chief of Aligudarz city announced the value of the fraud in this case at 25 billion rials and said: After completing the investigation and collecting the necessary documents, the accused was introduced to the judicial authorities for legal procedures.

Police warning about buying jewelry and antiques

At the end, Asdalahi warned against the deceitful ways of profit-seeking people and noted: Some people are trying to gain illegal benefits with false promises and tempting advertisements, and citizens should be vigilant in their transactions.

He asked people to refrain from buying ornaments, old and antique items from unknown people and if they see suspicious things, to report the matter through the police emergency system 110.