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Fake soldier arrested in Mindanao swindling scheme
A 34-year-old man posing as an Army soldier has been arrested in Agusan del Sur after allegedly defrauding victims across Mindanao of vehicles, gadgets, and cash totaling over P100,000. The suspect, using the alias 'Jan,' operated the scam for several months before his apprehension.
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Authorities in San Francisco, Agusan del Sur have arrested a man who spent months impersonating a military officer to perpetrate what investigators describe as an elaborate swindling operation across Mindanao. The 34-year-old suspect, identified only by the alias 'Jan,' was taken into custody in Purok 6, Barangay area following a multi-month investigation into his activities.
According to police reports, the suspect exploited his false military identity to gain the trust of victims throughout the region. The scheme netted substantial losses, including multiple vehicles and electronic gadgets, alongside cash amounting to over P100,000.
The arrest comes as authorities continue efforts to combat confidence crimes and fraud operations in Mindanao. Police have not yet disclosed details regarding the formal charges to be filed or the specific number of victims affected by the scam. Further investigation is ongoing to identify and recover additional stolen property linked to the suspect's operations.