Police officers from the Municipal Police Headquarters in Świdnik caught a 19-year-old Ukrainian national red-handed as she collected one million zloty from a 76-year-old resident of Świdnik County in an investment fraud.
The incident took place on 9 April 2026. The woman appeared at agreed locations within the county twice. The first time she collected over 300 thousand zloty, and a few days later, 700 thousand zloty. It was during the second transaction that detectives arrested her just after she received the cash, securing the entire amount handed over.
The senior fell victim to a classic „investment” scam. Two years ago, he came across an attractive advertisement on a social networking site. He was contacted by a woman posing as an investment advisor. Under her guidance, the 76-year-old „invested” in Polish, Turkish and Argentine markets. He handed over the money personally at agreed locations after giving a password.
The 19-year-old was brought before the District Prosecutor’s Office in Świdnik, where she was charged with fraud involving property of considerable value. She faces up to 10 years in prison. At the prosecutor’s request, the District Court in Świdnik ordered her temporary detention for three months.
The investigation is ongoing. Police and prosecutors are identifying all persons involved in the case. Officers urge residents to exercise particular caution with online investments and contacts with strangers offering quick profits.
Source: Police in Świdnik
