It seemed like a good deal, but it turned out to be just another online scam. Two citizens of theAvellino, residents of Parolise and Chiusano San Domenico respectively, paid a total of €2.600 to purchase car engines listed for sale on a well-known e-commerce site. However, after the bank transfers, the engines were nowhere to be found.
The victims, realizing they had been scammed, contacted the Carabinieri, who immediately began an investigation.
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This operation confirms the Carabinieri's focus on digital scams, a growing phenomenon that affects even small communities. The Carabinieri urge citizens to be wary of overly advantageous offers and to always verify the trustworthiness of sellers before making online payments.
Article published on October 16, 2025 - 13:35 PM - Vincenzo Scarpa
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This article reflects on how online scams are on the rise, yet many people continue to trust them without checking. It's important to be careful and not be fooled by offers that seem too good to be true, especially during this time.