“COLLECTING TRANSPORT FARE WITHOUT SHOWING UP: A CRIME WORTHY OF JAIL TIME?”–POLICE WARN WOMEN
GREATRIBUNETVNEWS–THE Rivers State Police Command has issued a stern warning to women against collecting transport fare from men and failing to turn up for meetings, deeming it a criminal offense. According to Police Public Relations Officer, Grace Iringe-Koko, this practice amounts to fraud and is punishable under the law.
Understanding the Offense:
– Obtaining Money Under False Pretence: Iringe-Koko explained that such actions fall under the category of obtaining money under false pretence, also known as “419” in Nigerian law.
– Risk of Prosecution and Jail Time: Women who engage in this practice risk being arrested and prosecuted if complaints are lodged with the police, potentially leading to jail time.
Police Urge Public to Avoid Deceitful Dealings:
– Warning Against Deceit: Iringe-Koko urged members of the public to avoid deceitful financial dealings, emphasizing the importance of integrity in all transactions.
– *Call to Action*: The police command encourages anyone who has fallen victim to such scams to report them to the authorities
“It is obtaining money under false pretence. 419.”
She stressed that such actions fall under the category of obtaining by false pretence, warning that offenders could be arrested and prosecuted if complaints are lodged with the police.
The police spokesperson therefore urged members of the public to avoid such deceitful financial dealings.
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