A 27-year-old man has been taken into custody by the Fiji Police M-PAiSA task force on charges relating to deceitful financial gain. It is alleged that between August and September, he tricked two individuals into giving him a total of $150 for items he advertised for sale on Facebook but never delivered.
The man faces two counts of Obtaining Financial Advantage by Deception and is scheduled to appear in Nadi Magistrates Court.
This case underscores the importance of vigilance when engaging in online transactions, reminding individuals to verify sellers before making purchases. It is hoped that the legal proceedings will serve not only to hold the accused accountable but also to deter similar fraudulent activities in the future.
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