Operatives of the Zone 2 Police Command, Onikan, Lagos, have rejected a bribe of $100,000 (approximately N174 million) offered by a 28-year-old suspected internet fraudster, Patrick Akpoguma.
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The suspect, who was accused of being involved in various types of internet-related fraud, including romance scams, cryptocurrency fraud, and identity theft, was arrested following a detailed investigation.
Addressing journalists, the Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIG), Adegoke Fayoade, revealed that Akpoguma had defrauded several victims by impersonating prominent figures, including U.S. Army Colonel Matt Herbert and cryptocurrency expert Adam Taggart.
The investigation began on November 7, 2024, after residents of Chevron Drive, Lekki, reported suspicious activities linked to the suspect. During his arrest, Akpoguma attempted to bribe the police with $100,000 to secure his release.
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