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Online Scammer Caught in Hamilton | Auckland News

A 26-year-old woman has been arrested by Hamilton Police for allegedly orchestrating a string of online marketplace scams, swindling sellers out of $100K in goods including cars and electronics by sending fake bank transfer confirmations. Investigators tracked her down after multiple sellers reported similar schemes. She’s facing charges including forgery and theft, made her first court appearance today, and was released on bail with her next hearing set for July 31. Police urge sellers to never trust payment screenshots alone—always verify funds in your own bank account. For maximum safety…

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