Friday, December 20, 2024 - The Yobe State Police Command has arrested a fake Nigerian Navy personnel, Ahugu Joshua, who specialised in defrauding unsuspecting victims by generating fake receipts on his bank app.
The spokesperson of the command, DSP Dungus Abdulkarim, who disclosed
this in a statement on Thursday, December 19, 2024, said the suspect was found
in possession of a fake Nigerian Navy staff ID card, which he used to scam
victims, particularly POS vendors and provision store owners.
“Yobe State Police Command has made another significant breakthrough in
combating cybercrime and fraud in the state. In a covert operation on December
18, 2024, at 1400hrs, the State Intelligence Department (SID) apprehended Agugu
Joshua, 29, of High Court Gizza Plaza, Keffi LGA of Nasarawa state,” the
statement read.
"Agugu was found in possession of a fake Nigerian Navy staff ID
card, which he used to scam unsuspecting victims, particularly POS vendors and
provision store owners. His modus operandi involved generating fake receipts on
his Kuda bank app, making it seem like transactions were successful, even when
they weren't.
"To gain his victims' trust, Agugu would initially make a small,
successful transaction. He would then use the app to edit the receipt, delaying
the alert to the recipient. This clever tactic allowed him to deceive his
victims and get away with their money or goods.
"The Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Ahmed, is cautioning the
public to be vigilant and beware of such scams. Remember to verify transactions
and receipts, and never trust someone who claims to be from a reputable
organization without proper identification.
“Stay informed and Stay safe, report any suspicious activity to the
nearest police station.”
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