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News.com.au
5 days ago
- News.com.au
Police seeking help to identify man charged with six counts of fraud in Queensland
A man charged with multiple fraud offences is also wanted in the United States, it's been revealed, as police work to confirm his identity. Police from the Ferny Grove Criminal Investigation Branch in Queensland released an image of the 32-year-old man, who has been charged 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. Though the man identified himself to police as Paul Sorin Kimpian, he is also believed to go by the names 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, and is believed to frequent the Brisbane and Gold Coast regions and travel via public transport. Police said he may also have recently been in Cairns. Mr Kimpian's matter was heard at Brisbane Arrests Court on Thursday, with Legal Aid lawyer Ollie Labone telling Magistrate Aaron Simpson his client was seeking a lengthy plea date. 'He doesn't have any Australian history but I assume the circumstances will require a lengthier plea than normal,' Mr Labone said. The court also heard that Mr Kimpian – whose fraud matter relates to as much as $10,000 or $12,000 – is wanted overseas. 'There's an international extradition that will likely be waiting on him, he's skipped bail in America,' he said. Police have put in a request to obtain his American history. 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 encouraged anyone who notices fraudulent transactions on their accounts to notify their financial institution immediately, then report the matter to police and seek any personal support they may need. The matter was adjourned to September 11.
The Advertiser
5 days ago
- The Advertiser
Identity unknown: man of many names charged over fraud, forgery and fake ID
Police are calling for help to determine the true identity of an alleged conman facing fraud charges. The 32-year-old goes by the name Paul Sorin Kimpian and investigators believe he has also used the aliases Roman Janecek and Jean Paul Fontaine in the past. He is expected to appear before Brisbane Magistrates Court on July 24 after he was arrested by Queensland Police over a string of fraud and theft charges. But his true name and address remain unknown, police said. "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," investigators said. The alleged conman is accused of committing fraud, attempted fraud, stealing and receiving tainted property by police. He was also charged with forgery, possessing false foreign travel documents and dealing with identification information. The 32-year-old was known to spend time in Brisbane and Gold Coast, and to travel on public transport. Police also believe he may have visited Cairns. Investigators described him as being of Romanian appearance, around 184 centimetres tall, with balding dark brown hair and a moustache. He has been remanded in custody as the investigation continues. "Police encourage 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," Queensland Police said. Victims of a scam can make a report with ReportCyber. Anyone with information relating to a scam, can report it to ScamWatch. Any victims of identity theft or fraud can find options for support services at IDCare. Police are calling for help to determine the true identity of an alleged conman facing fraud charges. The 32-year-old goes by the name Paul Sorin Kimpian and investigators believe he has also used the aliases Roman Janecek and Jean Paul Fontaine in the past. He is expected to appear before Brisbane Magistrates Court on July 24 after he was arrested by Queensland Police over a string of fraud and theft charges. But his true name and address remain unknown, police said. "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," investigators said. The alleged conman is accused of committing fraud, attempted fraud, stealing and receiving tainted property by police. He was also charged with forgery, possessing false foreign travel documents and dealing with identification information. The 32-year-old was known to spend time in Brisbane and Gold Coast, and to travel on public transport. Police also believe he may have visited Cairns. Investigators described him as being of Romanian appearance, around 184 centimetres tall, with balding dark brown hair and a moustache. He has been remanded in custody as the investigation continues. "Police encourage 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," Queensland Police said. Victims of a scam can make a report with ReportCyber. Anyone with information relating to a scam, can report it to ScamWatch. Any victims of identity theft or fraud can find options for support services at IDCare. Police are calling for help to determine the true identity of an alleged conman facing fraud charges. The 32-year-old goes by the name Paul Sorin Kimpian and investigators believe he has also used the aliases Roman Janecek and Jean Paul Fontaine in the past. He is expected to appear before Brisbane Magistrates Court on July 24 after he was arrested by Queensland Police over a string of fraud and theft charges. But his true name and address remain unknown, police said. "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," investigators said. The alleged conman is accused of committing fraud, attempted fraud, stealing and receiving tainted property by police. He was also charged with forgery, possessing false foreign travel documents and dealing with identification information. The 32-year-old was known to spend time in Brisbane and Gold Coast, and to travel on public transport. Police also believe he may have visited Cairns. Investigators described him as being of Romanian appearance, around 184 centimetres tall, with balding dark brown hair and a moustache. He has been remanded in custody as the investigation continues. "Police encourage 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," Queensland Police said. Victims of a scam can make a report with ReportCyber. Anyone with information relating to a scam, can report it to ScamWatch. Any victims of identity theft or fraud can find options for support services at IDCare. Police are calling for help to determine the true identity of an alleged conman facing fraud charges. The 32-year-old goes by the name Paul Sorin Kimpian and investigators believe he has also used the aliases Roman Janecek and Jean Paul Fontaine in the past. He is expected to appear before Brisbane Magistrates Court on July 24 after he was arrested by Queensland Police over a string of fraud and theft charges. But his true name and address remain unknown, police said. "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," investigators said. The alleged conman is accused of committing fraud, attempted fraud, stealing and receiving tainted property by police. He was also charged with forgery, possessing false foreign travel documents and dealing with identification information. The 32-year-old was known to spend time in Brisbane and Gold Coast, and to travel on public transport. Police also believe he may have visited Cairns. Investigators described him as being of Romanian appearance, around 184 centimetres tall, with balding dark brown hair and a moustache. He has been remanded in custody as the investigation continues. "Police encourage 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," Queensland Police said. Victims of a scam can make a report with ReportCyber. Anyone with information relating to a scam, can report it to ScamWatch. Any victims of identity theft or fraud can find options for support services at IDCare.
7NEWS
5 days ago
- 7NEWS
Do you know this man? Alleged scammer arrested and charged with fraud — but police need your help finding out his name
An alleged scammer has been charged with a string of fraud offences, including forgery and possessing fake travel documents. 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.
