The Fiji Police Cyber team has charged three women and a man in connection with separate cases of financial deception. These incidents highlight the ongoing concerns regarding online scams and fraudulent activities that target unsuspecting victims.
In the first case, a woman in her 40s from Nausori is accused of deceitfully acquiring $2,300 from her victim through a bank transfer last July. Investigations suggest that she created a fake Facebook account to convince the victim to send money for a package purportedly coming from overseas. When the victim could no longer reach her after multiple attempts, they reported the matter to the police.
Another incident involves a woman in her 30s, who is charged with unauthorized transfer of $594 from a victim in September 2023. This case underscores the need for vigilance in digital financial transactions.
Additionally, a man in his 40s faces allegations of misappropriating $100 from a victim in June 2023 by falsely claiming to recruit individuals for overseas employment opportunities, prompting the victim to transfer funds for the purported job.
The final case involves another woman in her 30s, who allegedly duped a victim out of $1,000 by offering gold gift cards that were never delivered. Upon realizing the scam, the victim promptly informed the authorities.
All four individuals are scheduled to appear in the Nausori Magistrates Court today, as law enforcement continues to tackle cybercrime in Fiji. These cases remind everyone of the importance of being cautious with online financial transactions and verifying the legitimacy of offers before making any payments.
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