Winnipeg police have made an arrest in connection with a jewelry scam and distraction crime group which they say has been committing thefts in the city in recent months.

Police say the group is known for using realistic counterfeit jewelry and frequently switching vehicles to avoid detection.

In one incident, on June 26, a man was parked in the 1400 block of Regent Avenue west and was approached by someone selling fake gold jewelry.

The suspect had a child with him, and gave a fake story about needing money for travel.

The man bought the jewelry and soon discovered it was not genuine and contacted police.

On Aug. 4, 36-year-old Catalin Feraru was arrested in connection with the incident and has been charged with conspiracy to commit an indictable offence and fraud over $5,000.

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