The head of the Intelligence Police of East Azerbaijan announced the arrest of an individual in Tabriz who had defrauded a citizen of 8 billion rials by impersonating a government official and claiming to have influence within the judicial system and government offices, using promises of employment and resolution of legal problems.
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Fraud Scheme Using Employment Promises and Influence in Government Agencies in Tabriz
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November 15, 2026
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Police in East Azerbaijan arrested a man who posed as a government official with connections to the judiciary and promised employment and legal assistance to defraud a citizen of 8 billion rials. This reflects ongoing fraud schemes exploiting public trust in government connections and the vulnerability of citizens seeking employment or legal help.
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