Overview
- Police identified the suspect as 35-year-old Yi Peng Luo of Revere and arrested him on a charge of attempted larceny over $1,200.
- Officers were alerted around 12:30 p.m. by a family member who reported a demand for $15,000 to fix a supposed computer virus.
- Responding officers intercepted an alleged courier at the Essex home before any money was handed over.
- Luo is scheduled for arraignment Thursday in Gloucester District Court, according to police.
- Authorities believe others were involved and shared FTC guidance urging residents to verify contacts, avoid urgent payment demands, and refuse risky payment methods.