Municipal Guard was able to identify the street vendor responsible for improper collection through the bank statement, but he was not located
Two tourists from Italy were the target of a blow known as a “machine blow” on Arpoador beach, where a street vendor charged the exorbitant amount of $ 3,174.27 for a simple pack of cigarettes. The incident was reported to the Tourism Support Police Station, but so far, the suspect has not been located by the authorities. The Municipal Guard was able to identify the street vendor responsible for the improper collection through the bank statement that one of the tourists presented. This type of crime has become commonplace on the edge of, where tourists often face exploration situations, especially in relation to abusive food and beverage prices.
Recently, another similar case occurred in Copacabana, where a corn seller was arrested after trying to charge $ 300 for only two green corn. He used the victim’s credit card to debit the amount, which equivalent to US $ 191, generating indignation among beach goers.
*Report produced with the aid of AI
Posted by Fernando Dias
