Two Liberian Men Arrested in Hanoi for Selling Fake Gold

Police in Ba Dinh District, Hanoi have arrested two Liberian men, Swayray Alieu K and Sharba Queshe Baccus, for obtaining property by fraud. The men allegedly advertised 3 kg of gold for sale on social media for $35,000, but the gold turned out to be made of copper and zinc.

According to the police investigation, the duo would arrange meetings with victims interested in buying the gold. One of the men would deliver the fake gold while the other waited outside on a motorbike. They demanded that the victims give them the money first, and when the victims tried to get the gold analyzed for authenticity, the men would flee the scene.

Authorities said Alieu K and Baccus had swindled $25,000 from their victims using this scheme. The arrests were made by the police of Ba Dinh District after victims reported the fraud.

Why this matters: This case highlights the ongoing problem of gold fraud and the need for increased vigilance when making high-value purchases from unknown sellers. It also underscores the importance of international cooperation in combating transnational crime.

The two Liberian men are currently in police custody as the investigation continues. Authorities have not released any further details about how long the men had been operating the scheme or if there are additional victims who have not yet come forward.

Key Takeaways

• 2 Liberian men arrested in Hanoi for gold fraud scheme
• Sold 3 kg of fake gold (copper and zinc) for $35,000
• Swindled $25,000 from victims before fleeing the scene
• Highlights need for vigilance in high-value purchases
• Underscores importance of international cooperation in combating crime