A 28-year-old mechanic from Korowiri, Labasa, has been charged with one count of Obtaining Financial Advantage following an incident in September 2023. The accused allegedly acquired $216 from a victim using the Mobile Money Transfer platform. According to police reports, the victim’s account was compromised after she unknowingly shared her One-Time Password (OTP) code, which led to the unauthorized transfer of funds to the accused’s number without her consent.
The matter came to light when the victim reported the incident to the Nabua Police Station. Following the investigation, the accused is scheduled to appear before the Labasa Magistrate Court later today.
This incident highlights the ongoing issue of financial scams involving mobile money platforms, which have become increasingly common. Just recently, two other men faced similar charges in Labasa for obtaining financial advantages by deception. In those cases, the victims also discovered unauthorized transactions that had occurred after their sensitive information had been compromised.
The Fiji Police encourage the public to remain vigilant and cautious when it comes to sharing personal information. Such incidents serve as reminders of the importance of safeguarding personal data, especially in digital transactions. With continued public awareness and police action, there is hope for greater protection against financial scams in the future.
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