The elements of estaf​a are: (1) that the accused defrauded another (a) by abuse of confidence, or (b) by means of deceit; and (2) that damage or prejudice capable of pecuniary estimation is caused to the offended party or third person. Invariably, unlawful abuse of confidence or deceit is the essence of estaf​a. (Legaspi y Navera v. People G.R. Nos. 225753 & 225799 October 15, 2018)