An alleged fraudster who is believed to have conned multiple victims out of up to $200,000 worth of cash, goods and services has been arrested.
The 31-year-old man was arrested at a Tauranga address on Saturday, police said today.
Police allege he defrauded 18 victims of between $120,000 to $200,000 worth of vehicles, goods, services and cash since June.
Sergeant Sam Watson of the Retail Crime Unit was pleased the alleged offender was now appearing before the courts.
鈥淥ffending of this type against individuals can be absolutely life-changing and destructive.
鈥淭here are few people who can afford to lose cash or goods worth thousands of dollars without feeling a significant impact鈥, Watson said.
鈥淲e hope it is reassuring to these victims and the wider public that he will now be held to account for his actions.
The man is due to appear before the Tauranga District Court today.
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