Media Release
85-year-old targeted for $5000 fraud
Police are urging the community to beware in the wake of a fraud offender targeting elderly and vulnerable victims.
Morningside CIB detectives are seeking assistance in identifying a man who approached an 85-year-old Norman Park woman at her home on June 27 and convinced her she owed him $5000 for the repair of her roof.
The woman had not had any recent repairs done.
The man then went with the woman to her bank in a taxi and waited while she withdrew the money.
Police have released an image of a man and wish to speak to him as he may be able to assist with this investigation.
Police describe the man as about 43-years-old, solid build.
If you have information that could assist police, please contact your local police station or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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