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Redlands police arrested a 53-year-old Elmontean who was accused of scamming a 73-year-old resident of $25,000 and attempting to fraudulent another $35,000 the following day.
Authorities say suspect Quan Lin has posed as an FBI agent to deceive the victim, and threatened him with a child pornographic arrest unless he handed over a large amount of cash.
The fraud scheme began on Monday, March 17, when the victim received a call from an individual claiming that he was a federal agent. The caller withdraws him $25,000 from the bank, puts it in an envelope, waiting for the courier to collect the money. Fearing arrest, the victim complied.
The next day, the scam escalated. The victim received another call stating that the FBI had an additional warrant for his arrest and that he needed to provide an additional $35,000.
This time, the victim became suspicious and warned the Redlands Police Station.
The detective, along with members of the department’s community engagement team, worked with the victim to intercept the suspect before collecting a second payment.
Lynn will be taken into custody upon arrival at the victim’s residence and is being held at San Bernardino Central Detention Center on $250,000 bail. He faces charges that include elder fraud, grand theft and theft by pretending to be false.
Investigators believe Lin could be linked to similar scams in other communities.
The case is under investigation, and authorities are urging anyone with information to contact detective Eric Strobaugh@redlandspolice.org, or call Redlands Police dispatch at (909) 798-7681.
According to the FBI, millions of elderly Americans are victims of financial fraud each year.
Law enforcement officers are a reminder to the public that legitimate agencies do not request payments to avoid arrest. Residents are advised to be vigilant against unsolicited calls and messages requesting money, gift cards or other valuables.
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