Richard Hiner, 31, of Catlett, allegedly advertised rental homes on Craigslist, bringing potential renters on tours of the properties and then having them sign a rental contract with a down payment.
His victims would later learn the properties were bank-owned and in foreclosure.
Police were notified of the scheme by four victims between July 13 and July 18.
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Detectives posing as potential renters responded to an online advertisement and arrested Hiner when he arrived for the meeting.
Anyone with information should call 703-691-2131 or 1-866-411-TIPS (8477).
The properties involved were in the:
» 6200 block of Cool Valley Court in Franconia
» 6400 block of Ronson Court in Rose HIll
» 7900 block of Russell Road in Huntley Meadows.
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