The accused pleaded guilty to fraud over $5000 for her role as a courier in a 'grandparent scam' targeting a 71-year-old victim.
The victim was deceived into handing over $6,000 to secure the release of her grandson, who she was falsely told had been arrested.
The court emphasized the principles of denunciation and deterrence, noting the profound impact of elder fraud on victims' financial security and emotional well-being.
Despite the accused's lack of a prior record, guilty plea, and lesser role as a courier, the court found a conditional sentence inadequate and imposed a six-month custodial sentence.
