Italy: Woman reported for aggravated fraud in online rental scam

A 35-year-old woman has been reported to the Ancona Public Prosecutor's Office for aggravated fraud following an online rental scam in the Vallesina area. The suspect allegedly posted a fake advertisement on a social network for a property that did not exist.

A victim was induced to transfer over 1,000 euros via multiple bank transfers to secure the rental and cover management fees. After receiving the funds, the suspect deactivated all contact methods. Investigations by the Jesi Carabinieri used technical and financial tracking to identify the woman as the owner of the bank account used for the transfers.