A 26-year-old woman from Nadi has been charged with Obtaining Financial Advantage by Deception following a scam that occurred in April 2023. The victim in this incident deposited $500 through a mobile application in response to a Facebook investment opportunity but did not receive the expected return on their investment and was unable to contact the accused thereafter.
Investigators revealed that the accused transferred the victim’s funds to another person, who is also under investigation. The accused recently appeared in Nadi Magistrates Court to respond to these charges.
This case highlights a worrying trend of online scams in Fiji, particularly those associated with social media platforms. Similar incidents reported have shown how individuals are often misled into making investments promising guaranteed returns. Authorities emphasize the need for the public to exercise caution when encountering financial opportunities online.
In previous cases, law enforcement has charged multiple individuals for similar fraudulent activities, underscoring the ongoing battle against financial deception in the digital age. Awareness campaigns and educational efforts are vital as they aim to inform individuals on how to protect themselves from such scams, empowering them to make more informed financial decisions.
The swift action taken by the Fiji Police Cyber Task Force in this case, along with ongoing efforts to address cybercrime, offers hope that as awareness increases, individuals can navigate the digital financial landscape with greater confidence and security.
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