Fiji Man Charged in $250 Kava Scam: What Happened?

The Fiji Police Mpaisa task force has charged a 30-year-old man from Bulileka, Labasa, for allegedly obtaining financial advantage through deception. It is claimed that on March 25, 2024, he dishonestly acquired $250 using a mobile money transfer application. The accused reportedly deceived the victim into paying for kava of that value, but after receiving the funds, he did not deliver the product. He faces one count of obtaining financial advantage and is set to appear in the Labasa Magistrates Court today.