The police said that they received a report from a 28-year-old man on the 1st of this month, saying that a buyer met him to meet, deliver a luxury watch he sold on social platforms, and pay by cheque.
Later, he discovered that the cheque had not been cashed, and he suspected that he had been deceived and reported the case.
The total value of property lost in the case is about 250,000 yuan.
After in-depth investigation, the Yau Tsim Police District Criminal Investigation Team 8 arrested a 34-year-old man surnamed Wong Pui in Kwun Tong District on April 6 on suspicion of obtaining property by deception. He is being detained for investigation.
During the operation, police officers seized about 70,000 yuan in cash and a batch of clothing.
The operation is still ongoing and more arrests cannot be ruled out.
Police urge citizens to be more vigilant when shopping online.
Before handing over the goods, the public should conduct a risk assessment and pay attention to the other party's account comments, account opening time and transaction records.
In addition, members of the public should also carefully verify their bank accounts to check whether the funds involved have been received or settled in cash.
The seller should only deliver the goods to the buyer after receiving the payment, so as not to fall into the trap of swindlers.
If members of the public suspect that they have been deceived, please call the Anti-Fraud Hotline 18222 for enquiries.
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