Man to be charged over allegedly scamming customers trying to buy Bearbrick figurines

In total, he is believed to have scammed more than 15 victims of more than $5,600. PHOTO: ST FILE
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SINGAPORE - A 35-year-old man who allegedly scammed a number of people into paying him for plastic bear-shaped figurines called Bearbrick will be charged in court with cheating on Friday (May 27), the police said.

The collectible toy originated in Japan, and can sell for thousands.

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