Arrest for Real Estate Fraud
Wednesday, 21 August 2013 - 4:18pm
National News
Police investigating a real estate fraud complaint in South Auckland have arrested a 53 year old woman. She will be
bailed to appear in the Pukekohe District Court next Wednesday (28 August).
The woman is alleged to have defrauded victims whilst acting as a real estate agent for the sale of properties in South
Auckland. In one of the cases, an overseas couple paid a large sum of money on a Clevedon property that was not for
sale.
Detective Senior Sergeant Aaron Proctor says the arrest is of some comfort to the victims but they are still out of
pocket of a significant sum of money.
Proctor says that anyone who is purchasing property should ensure the real estate agent is registered and is genuinely
authorised to be involved in the sale of a property. Call the Real Estate Agents Authority on 0800 367 7322 for
information if you are concerned about the behaviour of an agent and do not pay money out in any circumstances if you
have any doubts or concerns.
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