Netanya Woman Charged with Serial Online Fraud, Theft

The State Prosecutor's Office has filed an indictment against Margo Jessie Sitbon, a 31-year-old resident of Netanya, accusing her of systematic fraud in online purchases from private sellers. The indictment details 15 counts, including aggravated fraud, document forgery, and theft.

According to the prosecution, over approximately 18 months, Sitbon contacted individuals selling items online, using fake names and phone numbers to arrange purchases. In some instances, she allegedly sent fake bank transfer confirmations, claiming the funds were sent to accounts that did not exist. In other cases, she is accused of paying with checks stolen from men she met, falsely presenting them as her husband's checks.

The prosecution further alleges that Sitbon stole bank cards from these men and used them for purchases. Through these alleged schemes, she obtained gold jewelry, a car, an iPhone, and Zara clothing valued at tens of thousands of shekels.

Authorities emphasize that Sitbon allegedly continued her fraudulent activities even after being questioned by police and while under house arrest. The prosecution is seeking her continued detention until the conclusion of her trial.