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Three men were sentenced in Auckland for a scam targeting elderly Kiwis, resulting in $833,000 stolen over five years. They posed as bank staff or Spark workers, gained remote computer access, and drained accounts. The crew laundered cash through various methods, with victims suffering severe financial and emotional consequences. The main operative claimed it was about family debts, but the judge labeled him a high reoffend risk. No cash was returned to victims, and deportation is likely. This case underscores the importance of staying vigilant against such scams.

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