Suspected members of a “transnational organised crime syndicate originating in Nigeria” arrested in SA are believed to have scammed lovelorn victims to the tune of R100m, the Hawks said on Tuesday.
“All suspects were arrested during a large-scale operation in the early morning hours of today and will be charged with financial crimes, including conspiracy to commit wire/mail fraud/mail and money laundering,” said Mogale.
“The suspects in this investigation are alleged to have ties to a transnational organised crime syndicate originating in Nigeria,” she said. TimesLIVE understands the criminal organisation referred to is the Black Axe, a highly organised mafia-style organisation also known as the Neo Black Movement of Africa.“It is alleged these suspects preyed on victims, many of whom are vulnerable widows or divorcees who were led to believed they were in genuine romantic relationships but were scammed out of their hard-earned money.
“The crimes allegedly committed by the suspects hit close to home. Neighbours, parents, friends and family would be targets of this organisation.“We are confident this investigation will have a significant impact on this region and beyond,” she said.TimesLIVE
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