43 scammers arrested who only knew each other through Telegram and scammed women over the phone with false bank alarms: "We're going to rob old ladies"

A year-long investigation by the UDEF has led to the arrest of 43 individuals involved in scams targeting elderly women. The fraudsters used phone calls to deceive victims, often leaving them without their life savings. The police conducted raids, seizing digital documents and analyzing 400 Telegram channels used for communication. The arrested individuals, primarily Spanish with Dominican heritage, displayed contempt for their victims in their chats. They employed tactics like spoofing bank calls and relay attacks to steal money. Authorities advise caution with unsolicited bank calls and recommend visiting branches for any issues.