Naples – Yesterday afternoon, a man filed a complaint at the Viacaria-Mercato Police Station for the theft of his cell phone. According to his testimony, the perpetrator had demanded €400 for the return of his stolen goods: a classic extortion scheme known as a "return horse."
The Deception and the Appointment
While filing the report, the victim managed to contact the alleged perpetrator by phone, arranging a meeting to hand over the money. Under police supervision, she maintained a neutral attitude so as not to arouse the criminal's suspicions.
The arrest in flagrante
The officers set up a stakeout at the meeting point. A few minutes after the suspect arrived, he received the agreed-upon sum and returned his cell phone, but was immediately apprehended by police officers.
The man is a 31-year-old Guinean, already known to law enforcement and illegally residing in the country. He was arrested for extortion and taken to the police station for routine checks.
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This is truly interesting news and shows how law enforcement is working to combat crime. However, there are many similar cases that go unreported. We hope this brings greater safety to all of us.