Nicosia resident arrested for alleged 480,000 TL check fraud

A resident of Nicosia, identified as E. Y., has been arrested following allegations of check forgery, circulation of counterfeit documents, and obtaining money through fraud. According to police testimony, the suspect allegedly used a forged 480,000 TL bank check to purchase a Hyundai i10 valued at 315,000 TL from another resident, U. K. The suspect reportedly also obtained 2,500 GBP, equivalent to 165,000 TL, as change, totaling a 480,000 TL fraud.

Police reported that E. Y. has a criminal record and 11 pending cases involving similar offenses, including official document forgery in Famagusta and fraud in Kyrenia and Gönyeli. The suspect was previously released on bail in 2024 but reportedly failed to meet court requirements or attend hearings.

Additionally, an individual identified as C. A. was arrested for allegedly concealing the suspect and providing a vehicle and hiding place to prevent arrest. Police requested that E. Y. be detained for up to three months to prevent flight from justice.