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Pensioner scammed out of life savings after facing homelessness

18.08.2026 09:46 1 min 1 source РУС
nine.com.au ENG
Pensioner scammed out of life savings after facing homelessness
Original source: nine.com.au

Sue, a 71-year-old Australian pensioner, transferred over $9,000 to scammers who posted a fake caravan ad on VIC CAR DEALS. She lost her savings and remains homeless, spending most of her pension on care for her husband with dementia. Victoria Police are investigating; the fraudulent site has been taken down.

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