Fiji Man Charged in Mobile Money Kava Scam

The Fiji Police Mpaisa task force has charged a 30-year-old man from Bulileka, Labasa, for allegedly obtaining financial advantage through deception. According to reports, on March 25, 2024, the accused deceitfully acquired $250 using a mobile money transfer application. He allegedly tricked the victim into buying kava for the stated amount, but after receiving the payment, he did not deliver the product. He faces one charge of obtaining financial advantage and will appear in Labasa Magistrates Court today.