In Primorye, the organizer of a group for embezzlement of money under the guise of importing cars was arrested

The organizer of a criminal group that defrauded Russians of 132 million rubles was arrested in Primorsky Krai. This was announced on February 8 by the regional prosecutor's office.

"The organizer of a criminal group that defrauded citizens of 132 million rubles has been taken into custody," the department's Telegram channel says.

It is noted that in the period from 2019 to 2022, the criminal group was engaged in the theft of Russians' funds under the guise of supplying cars from Japan.

Subsequently, 13 people were convicted depending on their role. Preventive measures were chosen in the form of detention, prohibition of certain actions, as well as recognizance not to leave and proper behavior.

The organizer was imprisoned for almost two years.

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