Mainland woman arrested in 150b euro fraud attempt at Admiralty bank

A mainland woman was arrested Thursday afternoon at a bank in Admiralty after attempting to use a forged document to withdraw approximately 150 billion euros.

The incident occurred around 12.06pm at a bank located in Pacific Place, where the woman presented the remittance order for cashing.

Upon examination, the bank staff suspected the document was fraudulent and alerted the police. 

Police arrived at the scene and arrested a 65-year-old woman, surnamed Zhou, on suspicion of using false instruments.

The arrestee, who was holding a two-way exit permit, is currently in custody for further investigation. 

The investigation is ongoing.