Belarusian Man Wanted for Currency Exchange Fraud in Germany

A Belarusian man is wanted by German authorities after defrauding two German citizens in a currency exchange scam. The man, whose identity has not been released, approached the victims and claimed he needed money for fuel. He showed them the online value of old Belarusian rubles, convincing them to exchange €200 for 1000 rubles and €500 for 2500 rubles. This exchange rate was far higher than the actual value of the currency. A spokesperson for the German police stated, "The suspect is currently at large, and we are actively pursuing all leads." The incident highlights the potential for fraud involving obsolete currency and the importance of verifying exchange rates before transactions. The case serves as a reminder to be cautious when dealing with unfamiliar currencies and potentially inflated exchange rates.