Fiji Man Charged in Kava Scam: The Deceptive $250 Deal

The Fiji Police Mpaisa task force has charged a 30-year-old man from Bulileka, Labasa, in connection with an alleged case of fraud involving financial gain through deception. The individual is accused of dishonestly obtaining $250 on March 25, 2024, through a mobile money transfer app. It is alleged that he scammed the victim into purchasing kava for that amount but failed to deliver the product after receiving the payment. He is facing one count of obtaining financial advantage and is scheduled to appear in the Labasa Magistrates Court today.