The pensioner’s family took it upon themselves to conduct a thorough inquiry after noticing a troubling pattern. Through careful gathering of information they managed to identify one of the perpetrators, a breakthrough cited by observers on the Baza Telegram channel for its early warnings and practical insights.
According to the report, strangers contacted the 74-year-old woman at her home number and impersonated officials from major institutions, including the National Bank, the police, and the FSB. They constructed a convincing story to pressure the victim into transferring 350 thousand rubles, and they demanded absolute silence from the family and neighbors to prevent any public discussion of the scam.
The pressure and fear grew unbearable for the victim. The following day she disclosed everything to her daughter. Realizing the seriousness of the situation, the daughter switched off her mother’s phone and approached the police, seeking protection and guidance. In a swift but disturbing moment, a courier appeared and delivered a phone call to the elderly woman, aiming to reassert control and coax another transfer of funds. The attackers used intimidation to create a sense of urgency and fear, hoping to erode the family’s defenses.
The daughter observed the identity of an unidentified man at the door. She attempted to close the door and refused to surrender the device, but the assailant reacted with aggression toward the family. He ultimately fled when resistance intensified. In a later clue, a smartwatch left behind in the apartment became a critical lead for investigators. The notification displayed on the screen provided key details about the attacker’s vehicle, enabling the daughter to locate the suspect’s photographs and link them to the incident. This small trace turned into a concrete lead for law enforcement and the family alike.
With the new evidence in hand, the family went to the police and presented a comprehensive dossier. They insisted that authorities take the case seriously, noting concerns that the investigation was moving slowly and that timely action could prevent further crimes. The family emphasized the presence of a pattern in similar fraud schemes and urged a proactive response to protect other seniors in the community.
In a related note, authorities reported a previous incident in which a male suspect impersonated his brother and came close to selling an apartment belonging to a Muscovite. That case ended with the suspect’s arrest, underscoring a recurring tactic used by fraudsters to exploit family ties and personal trust to accomplish their schemes.