Man charged in Kent over high value fraud in Aberdeen

A 26-year-old man has been arrested and charged in Kent in connection with a high-value cyber-enabled fraud targeting a vulnerable woman in Aberdeen.

The fraud targeted the victim’s online finances, resulting in a sum in excess of £200,000 being stolen.

An investigation was carried out by officers from North East Division’s Cyber-Enabled Crime Team, resulting in enforcement activity at a property in Kent on Wednesday, 3 May.

Detective Sergeant David Williamson of the Cyber-Enabled Crime Team said “Police Scotland is committed to tackling cyber-enabled organised criminality.

“If you, or anyone you know, has been the victim of cyber-enabled crime the circumstances can be reported to Police Scotland on 101 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal and the 26-year-old is expected to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court at a later date.