A man, accused of having fraudulently used the identity of another man with a disability, was arrested and placed in police custody in Montpellier (Hérault), reports
Midi Libre
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He will have to explain himself in February in court, where he will appear for identity theft, use of forgery, receiving property from theft and aggravated theft.
The victim had received 15 tickets in his name for blown red lights, awkward parking or speeding.
Except that this man, severely disabled, can no longer drive for several years, continues the regional daily.
The suspect's companion also arrested
Investigations carried out by the police of Montpellier made it possible to quickly identify the suspect, aged 36, suspected of having established a registration certificate in the name of the victim, using his driving license.
But how did this 30-year-old get the victim's license?
The police brought to light a lead: the suspect's partner, a caregiver, had worked with the victim a few years ago.
She also arrested and placed in police custody, she will also have to explain herself in February before the criminal court.
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