The Civil Guard is investigating a man suspected of committing fraud involving €16,000, which he received as a deposit for a property sale in La Guancha that never materialized.
The investigation began after the victims reported the incident. They had contacted a real estate agency via social media to purchase a home in La Guancha.
According to the Civil Guard, the victims signed a preliminary contract and made a bank transfer, expecting to finalize the purchase within 90 days. However, the transaction was not completed, and their attempts to recover the money were unsuccessful, prompting them to file a complaint.
Investigators reviewed contractual documents and communications, discovering that the funds were transferred to a bank account owned by the real estate agency’s manager. Despite efforts, the money has not been recovered.
The case has been submitted to the judicial authorities for further action.
