A sting operation recently led to the successful arrest of two people allegedly involved in fraud.
The Port Shepstone Business Against Crime (BAC) Community Policing Forum (CPF) received a tip-off from a local businessman about a potential fraud case.
He reported that a hoax company was attempting to defraud his business under false pretences, seeking to obtain about R60 000 worth of goods.
In response, the BAC Port Shepstone team swiftly collaborated with a Saps Provincial Commercial Crimes Investigation (PCCI) Unit to set up a sting operation.
The operational teams involved included members from the Port Shepstone BAC, Port Shepstone Saps PCCI Unit, Maser Security and ON Point Security.
This breakthrough came after a spate of fraud cases were reported in the Port Shepstone area, often perpetrated through social media platforms or websites.
The BAC CPF extends its gratitude to the Saps units, especially the sector commander, Captain Shireen Michael, and security companies involved in the arrests.
The BAC CPF urges citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
Meanwhile, the two suspects, aged 32 and 33, are facing charges of fraud. One was arrested in Port Shepstone and was released on R1 000 bail, and the second was apprehended in Durban and appeared in court last Friday for a formal bail application.
The police warn the public to be cautious of suspicious business deals. Fraudsters use social media and other online platforms to lure gullible individuals to part with their hard-earned cash to purchase items in deals usually too good to be true.
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