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MOTHER & SON ARRESTED AFTER TEAMING UP TO SCAM PPL ON CAROUSELL

Source: SPF

A 32 year old man and a 62 year old woman, who are believed to be mother and son, have been arrested after being involved in at least 450 cases of e-commerce scams amounting to more than $110,000.

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It is believed that they were selling tickets for Universal Studios Singapore, concerts and event that did not exist.

The police stated that they received several reports between January and May from victims who were cheated by online sellers advertising tickets for USS, concerts and events on Carousell and Facebook. 

The sellers would normally become contactable after receiving payment from their victims.

The man will be charged with cheating on Thursday. If convicted, he may be jailed up to 10 years and fined. The woman is assisting with investigations, said police. 

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