Swindler arrested

Swindler arrested

JAKARTA (JP): South Jakarta Police have arrested a man for tricking 20 job seekers out of millions of rupiah.

A victim, who refused to be identified, said he and his friends had paid Rp 1.5 million (US$652) each to Pramono a few months ago after Pramono promised them jobs at a foreign shipping company.

Pramono stalled by saying he had received the order but needed time to get the work permits.

Two months ago, the 20 people duped by Pramono grew impatient and asked for their money back. Pramono agreed to refund the money.

Later, after Pramono failed to keep his word, the would-be job seekers reported him to the police.

"We still want our money back," a worker said. (04)