Sigatoka Hotel Worker Charged for Financial Fraud

The Fiji Police Force has charged a 51-year-old hotel worker from Sigatoka with Obtaining Financial Advantage.

He allegedly dishonestly obtained $100 through a mobile money platform.

The investigation revealed that on August 21st last year, the victim accepted a Facebook friend request from someone named Victoria Nice.

After receiving messages promising a $3500 profit for a $100 investment, the victim sent the money to the provided mobile account.

The funds were then transferred to the accused's account, who later withdrew the money in Sigatoka.

The matter was reported to the Navua Police Station.

The accused is currently in police custody and will appear in the Sigatoka Magistrate Court today.