Do you know this man? Alleged scammer arrested and charged with fraud — but police need your help finding out his name
But detectives investigating the case are facing one major issue — they have no idea who he really is.
Queensland Police on Thursday released a photo of the 32-year-old man as they called for the public's help in solving the mystery of the man's true identity.
Police said he identified himself to officers as Paul Sorin Kimpian, but it is believed he may also be known by the names of Roman Janecek and Jean Paul Fontaine.
He is described as being of Romanian appearance, approximately 184cm tall, with balding dark brown hair and a moustache.
Police believe the man may frequent the Brisbane and Gold Coast regions and travel via public transport.
Their investigations also suggest the man may have recently been in Cairns.
Police have charged the man with six counts of fraud, and one count each of attempted fraud, stealing, receiving tainted property, dealing with identification information, forgery, possessing false foreign travel documents and contravene police requirement.
He has been remanded in custody and is expected to reappear before Brisbane Magistrates Court on July 24.
Anyone with information that may assist ongoing investigations, including the man's identity and residence, or anyone connected to him, is encouraged to contact police.
Police also urge anyone who notices fraudulent transactions on their accounts to immediately notify their financial institution, then report the matter to police and seek any personal support you may need.
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