Police in Romania detain two men for theft and fraud

Authorities in Romania have detained two individuals in separate criminal investigations involving theft and fraud.

In Rovinari, a 22-year-old man was detained for 24 hours following allegations of five separate thefts from local stores. Investigators claim that between January 2024 and October 2026, the suspect stole various items, including detergents, sweets, personal hygiene products, and alcoholic beverages, from four different commercial entities. The total estimated loss is approximately 1,150 lei.

In Sibiu, a 29-year-old man is under investigation for qualified theft, computer forgery, and fraudulent financial operations. Police report that between August 19 and August 30, 2026, the suspect entered the home of a 67-year-old woman and stole multiple belongings. He is also accused of using the victim's personal data to create fraudulent accounts on online betting platforms and conducting unauthorized financial transactions in her name.