Reported 6 months ago
A group of unethical real estate agents in Tokyo has been arrested for scamming elderly dementia patients by coercing them to sign overpriced property contracts. The scam involved contacting the vulnerable individuals, purchasing properties at low prices, and then selling them at exorbitant rates. The group targeted multiple victims, totaling around 50 cases and 1.3 billion Japanese Yen (approximately 27 million New Taiwan Dollars) in fraudulent transactions. This incident highlights a concerning trend of crimes against dementia patients in Japan, with authorities urging families to be vigilant against suspicious contracts and financial activities to protect their elderly relatives.
Source: YAHOO