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In a bold stand against corruption, the Lagos police have recently turned down a staggering N174 million naira bribe from a notorious internet fraudster. This decisive action not only underscores their commitment to justice but also sends a powerful message that crime doesn’t pay!
The suspect identified as Patrick Akpoguma, is alleged to have been involved in various types of internet-related fraud, including romance scams, identity theft, cyber hacking, cryptocurrency fraud, ritualism, and cultism.
The Assistant Inspector General (AIG) in charge of Zone 2, Adegoke Fayoade, who disclosed this while briefing newsmen on Friday, November 15, 2024, said the suspect offered the sum of $100,000 USD (One Hundred Thousand Dollars), equivalent to about N174 million, to law enforcement officials.
Fayoade revealed that investigations into Akpoguma began on November 7, 2024, following complaints from residents of Chevron Drive, Lekki, where the suspect resides.
The AIG further disclosed that Akpoguma used these fake identities to lure unsuspecting victims into fraudulent schemes.
Revealing further details, AIG Fayoade said, “Surprisingly, during the investigation, the suspect began pleading and offering money to be let off the hook. Once I was informed about this, I instructed my detectives from the Raider team, led by CSP Ngozi Braide, to play along. On November 12, 2024, he offered the sum of $100,000 USD (One Hundred Thousand Dollars), equivalent to about One Hundred and Seventy-Four Million Naira. The money was accepted, registered as evidence, and the investigation continued. So far, the investigation has been concluded, and the suspect will be arraigned accordingly.”
Speaking with newsmen, the suspect admitted to turning to fraud three years ago, citing frustration over his inability to find meaningful employment.
