Man Held in Bahrain for Using Stolen Bank Cards to Buy Car

The Public Prosecution in Bahrain has ordered the detention of an Arab national after he attempted to purchase a car using stolen foreign bank cards.

The case began when an electronic payment company reported suspicious online transactions worth BD 14,100. Investigations by the Anti-Economic Crimes Directorate revealed the suspect’s identity and linked him to the crime.

During questioning, the suspect admitted working with an accomplice outside Bahrain. He allegedly used the car showroom’s payment link to cover part of the vehicle’s cost. Authorities also found eight local bank cards in his possession.

Witnesses told prosecutors that soon after the payment was processed, cardholders complained of unauthorized transactions. This led the showroom to stop handing over the vehicle and alert the authorities.

The Public Prosecution has ordered the suspect’s detention, seized his electronic devices for examination, and contacted the concerned banks for further action.

The Head of the Cybercrime Prosecution stressed that authorities remain committed to tackling online fraud and protecting Bahrain’s digital economy. Citizens and residents were urged to remain vigilant when using online payment platforms.