32 suspects detained in nationwide vehicle deposit fraud operation
A fraud ring that collected deposits for below-market vehicles was dismantled across 18 provinces.
KEY POINTS
- 32 suspects detained across 18 provinces
- Approximately 433 million lira in transaction volume identified
- 91 digital items and organizational documents seized
- Suspects collected deposits using below-market vehicle ads
- Investigation led by Tekirdağ Chief Public Prosecutor's Office
Police detained 32 suspects in a coordinated operation across 18 provinces targeting an online vehicle fraud ring. The suspects posted below-market vehicle sale advertisements on social media and classified websites.
They pressured buyers by claiming high demand and a quick sale, then collected deposits from citizens. The operation was coordinated by the Tekirdağ Chief Public Prosecutor's Office.
“They collected money from citizens in the name of deposit.”
Investigators identified approximately 433 million lira in transaction volume in the suspects' bank accounts. During raids, authorities seized 91 digital items and organizational documents.
Suspects, including members of the ring's leadership and management, were transferred to the Tekirdağ Chief Public Prosecutor's Office. The investigation continues on charges of forming and membership in a criminal organization and qualified fraud using information systems and bank accounts.
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