13.12.2025 11:20
In operations conducted by the Mersin police against networks that instill fear and commit fraud using fake 'police and prosecutor' tactics, 28 out of 31 suspects captured were arrested, and approximately 18 million lira worth of gold, foreign currency, and Turkish lira taken from the victims was seized.
The teams of the Provincial Police Department's Public Order Branch Fraud Bureau conducted monitored operations against networks that commit fraud by introducing themselves as 'police and prosecutors' and using psychological pressure and intimidation methods over the last 3 months.
MILLIONS OF LIRA SEIZED
Operations were carried out against fraud networks that targeted citizens by convincing them with fear to leave large sums of money and valuable jewelry at pre-determined addresses or hand them over to couriers. During the operations, approximately 2 kilograms of gold, worth around 18 million lira, along with foreign currency and Turkish lira, were seized, and 31 suspects were arrested. Of the suspects sent to court, 28 were arrested by the court, while 3 were released under judicial control.
THE MOMENTS OF SUSPECTS TAKING MONEY AND GOLD CAPTURED ON CAMERA
It was learned that in the police investigation, the suspects systematically concealed their faces with masks or helmets and frequently changed vehicles and clothing before and after their actions. Studies conducted on the License Plate Recognition System, City Security Management System, and all other security camera recordings revealed images of the suspects taking the money. It was reported that the gold and money seized in the police operation were delivered to the victims in full.
In a statement made by the Provincial Police Department, it was said, "Our fight against crime and criminal organizations will continue resolutely for the safety of our citizens' lives and property. No official police, prosecutor, or soldier will request cash or jewelry from citizens via telephone. Please do not trust such requests."