Elderly Omsk Woman Decides to Make Money on Investments and Loses More Than Half a Million
What Happened?
A pensioner from Omsk, believing the promises of quick and high profits, invested more than 500,000 rubles in a dubious financial pyramid. The fraudsters promised the victim a monthly income of 20%, but in fact, she lost all her savings.Investigation Underway
The police are currently investigating the incident, but so far, no suspects have been identified. The woman said that she had seen an advertisement for the investment company on the Internet, and after contacting the company's representatives, she was promised a high return on her investment.Scheme Unravels
The victim invested her money in the fall of 2022 and initially received small payments, which convinced her that the company was legitimate. However, in January 2023, the payments stopped, and she was unable to withdraw her investment.Financial Loss
The woman lost a total of 540,000 rubles (about $7,300) in the scam. She says that she had been saving this money for many years and had planned to use it to improve her living conditions.Warning to Others
The police are warning residents of Omsk to be wary of such fraudulent schemes and to only invest with reputable companies. They also recommend checking with the Central Bank of Russia's list of licensed financial institutions before making any investments.Public Reaction
The news of the scam has caused outrage among residents of Omsk, who are calling for the fraudsters to be punished. Many people have expressed sympathy for the victim, who lost her hard-earned savings to these criminals.The police are continuing their investigation, and they are urging anyone with information about the fraudsters to come forward. The victim is now receiving support from her family and friends, and she is hoping that the police will be able to catch the criminals and return her money.
