Woman arrested in Barcelos for seven counts of aggravated fraud netting over 160,000 euros
The PJ arrested a 40-year-old woman suspected of seven counts of aggravated fraud in Barcelos, using forged documentation to obtain goods and services between 2021 and 2025.
Arrested in Barcelos suspected of fraud using forged documentation
The Judicial Police arrested a 40-year-old woman in Barcelos, suspected of seven counts of aggravated fraud that are estimated to have yielded her more than 160,000 euros, the institution announced this Friday.
According to Observador, the suspect used forged documentation to fraudulently acquire goods and services, particularly in the health and motor vehicle trade sectors. The crimes occurred between 2021 and 2025.
The PJ states in a statement that, through this activity, the woman "managed to obtain illegitimate enrichment and the consequent appropriation of total values exceeding 160,000 euros".
The detainee has no employment and has a record of previous fraud offences. She will be brought before a judge for questioning regarding the application of restraining measures.
Source: Observador