Ferny Grove Criminal Investigation Branch are appealing for public assistance regarding the identity of a man in relation to ongoing investigations into alleged criminal offences in Queensland.
Police have released an image of 32-year-old man who identified himself to police as Paul Sorin Kimpian.
He is described as being of Romanian appearance, approximately 184 tall, with balding dark brown hair and a moustache.
It is believed he may also be known by the names of Roman Janecek and Jean Paul Fontaine.
Police believe the man may frequent the Brisbane and Gold Coast regions and travel via public transport.
Investigations also suggest the man may have recently been in Cairns.
The 32-year-old man has been charged with six counts of fraud, and one count each of attempted fraud, stealing, receiving tainted property, dealing with identification information, forgery, possessing false foreign travel documents and contravene police requirement.
He was remanded in custody and is expected to reappear before Brisbane Magistrates Court on 24 July.
Anyone with information that may assist ongoing investigations, including the man's identity and residence, or anyone connected to him, is encouraged to contact police.
Police encourage anyone who notices fraudulent transactions on their accounts to immediately notify their financial institution, then report the matter to police and seek any personal support you may need.
Victims of a scam can make a report with ReportCyber. Anyone with information relating to a scam, can report it to ScamWatch.
Any victims of identity theft or fraud can find options for support services at IDCare.
Information on online safety and fraud prevention is available online.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
