Shanghai Man Arrested for Scamming Women With Fake Wealth and Counterfeit Cash
A 36-year-old man named Chen has been arrested in Shanghai for posing as a wealthy businessman and defrauding multiple women. Police detained him after one victim filed a report in August, exposing a scheme involving fake money and false promises.
Chen presented himself as an affluent nightclub owner to lure women into accompanying him to high-end venues. He used a fake social media account, claiming to be a 'special agent' who paid for companionship. One victim, Liu Qian, was offered 3,500 yuan, but the cash he displayed was counterfeit.
The arrest follows a complaint from one of Chen’s victims, leading to his detention in Shanghai. His case highlights a pattern of deception, with multiple women financially exploited under false pretences. Investigations remain ongoing to uncover further victims and potential connections to larger criminal operations.
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