A 29-year-old man and a 37-year-old woman are set to appear in the Nasinu Magistrates Court today, facing charges of financial deception linked to a mobile money transfer application. The pair, from Davuilevu and Koronivia, allegedly collaborated to defraud a victim via a rental car scam.
According to police reports, the victim, based in Nadi, sent $190 to a mobile number supplied by the accused after being lured by their online advertisements. Subsequent attempts to contact the accused revealed that he had fallen victim to a scam. The alleged incidents took place on September 17, 2024, where the accused reportedly used multiple Facebook accounts to promote rental cars, demanding payment through the app.
Both individuals have been charged with obtaining financial advantage through deception and dishonestly handling personal financial information.
This case highlights the persistent issue of online scams, particularly in the sharing economy. It serves as a stern reminder for consumers to remain vigilant and exercise caution when engaging in transactions through digital platforms. As authorities continue to combat such fraudulent activities, there is hope that increased awareness and reporting of scams will lead to more robust preventative measures in the future.
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