In Odesa, cyber police exposed a financial pyramid
The cyber police and the prosecutor’s office exposed and reported suspicion to two Odesa residents for fraud using electronic computer equipment (Part 4 of Article 190 of the Criminal Code). The regional prosecutor’s office reports this.
According to the investigation, the suspects organized an illegal financial scheme aimed at fraudulently seizing funds from a wide range of citizens under the pretext of investing in the development of business activities in the field of software development, which they did not intend to carry out.
They invited their clients to become investors and transfer money to the account of a company that supposedly helped to multiply investments. They also promised “bonuses” for attracting other participants to the project.
To enhance the credibility of their activities, the suspects created a company website and held public presentations and video conferences at which they disseminated false information about their business activities.
According to preliminary data, the amount of damage caused to citizens reaches more than 5 million hryvnia. Currently, 25 citizens have been recognized as victims in criminal proceedings.
During searches at the place of residence of the defendants, law enforcement officers seized computer equipment, bank cards, mobile phones that were weapons in the commission of crimes, as well as other material evidence.
The suspect was given preventive measures in the form of detention with the alternative of posting bail.
03 April 2024 г., 15:32
