Sithembinkosi L Jiyane
Crimes & Courts Reporter
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\u200eThe Zimbabwe Republic Police have arrested a 51-year-old man from Mpopoma, Caleb Moyo, in connection with suspected ATM fraud targeting unsuspecting bank clients.
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\u200eConfirming the arrest, Inspector Nomalanga Msebele, Press and Public Relations Officer, said the suspect allegedly operated by posing as a Good Samaritan at ATM points before stealing bank cards.
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\u200eThe arrest follows an incident at an EcoBank ATM where a 53-year-old woman from Old Luveve experienced difficulties while attempting to withdraw money. The suspect reportedly approached her under the pretext of offering assistance.
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\u200e\u201cWhile pretending to help, the suspect allegedly swapped the complainant\u2019s bank card with another card belonging to an unknown person,\u201d said Inspector Msebele.
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\u200eThe woman quickly became suspicious and raised alarm, prompting members of the public to pursue the suspect as he attempted to flee. He was apprehended with the assistance of security personnel and handed over to the police.
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\u200eUpon arrest, the suspect was found in possession of 21 ATM cards, leading investigators to believe he may have targeted multiple victims using the same method.
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\u200ePolice investigations revealed that the suspect\u2019s modus operandi involved stealing bank cards and later returning to withdraw cash after victims had left the scene, often unaware that their cards had been swapped.
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\u200eInspector Msebele commended members of the public for their swift action, which led to the suspect\u2019s arrest, and noted that the complainant was fortunate to detect the fraud before any money was withdrawn.
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\u200eShe urged members of the public to remain vigilant when using ATMs and to avoid accepting help from strangers.
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\u200e\u201cMembers of the public are advised to seek assistance from bank officials or security personnel when facing challenges at ATMs,\u201d she said.
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