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Man to front court for alleged scam

Apenisa Waqairadovu Multimedia Journalist [email protected]

May 7, 2023 12:08 pm

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A 26-year-old man from Moto, Ba, will be produced in the Suva Magistrates Court tomorrow for an allegation of scam.

It’s alleged the man posted an online advertisement for a rental property without the consent of the owner.

He allegedly advertised a property for rent in Denarau without the 73-year-old owner’s consent, where he obtained more than $1,000.

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The accused has been charged with one count of obtaining financial advantage by deception.

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