POS Operator Scammed of N40k by Customer in Nigeria
A Nigerian POS operator lost N40,000 to a fraudulent customer who manipulated the transaction amount. The incident sparked widespread reactions on social media.
Category : Crime
New Bride Arrested for Alleged Husband Poisoning in Jigawa
Jigawa State Police investigate a tragic case where a newly wedded man died after allegedly consuming a poisoned meal prepared by his wife in Jahun LGA.
Paedophile Gets Life Sentence for Child Abuse Plans
Edward Gratwick, 68, receives life imprisonment for planning to rape children as young as six and possessing over 1,300 indecent images following an NCA investigation.
Anti-ICE Church Protesters Released in Minnesota
Two women arrested for disrupting a church service in Minnesota during an anti-ICE protest have been released from custody after a federal judge ruled there were insufficient grounds to detain them.
Outrage as Mother Ties Son to Column in Lagos Home
A disturbing video showing a young boy tied and padlocked to a wooden column in a Lagos home has sparked widespread outrage. The child's mother allegedly left him restrained.
Eight Arrested as Police Recover Firearm, Truck with 900 Cement Bags
Ogun State Police have arrested eight armed robbery suspects, recovering a hijacked trailer truck, 900 bags of cement, and a locally made pistol in an intelligence-led operation targeting criminal networks along key state axes.
Abuja Woman Dies After Visiting Boyfriend, Police Launch Probe
FCT Police investigate sudden death of 27-year-old Esther Akwaji who fell ill after visiting boyfriend in Dei-Dei. Authorities search for boyfriend who fled after reporting her hospitalization.
Court Convicts Firm for ₦30.6m Fraud, Fines ₦5m
A Lagos court has convicted AAC Consulting Limited for stealing ₦30.6 million from Chevron contract staff, imposing a ₦5 million fine and threatening winding up for non-payment.
UK Man Pleads Guilty to 13-Year Rape and Drugging of Ex-Wife
A British man, Philip Young, pleaded guilty to 48 charges including rape and administering substances to his ex-wife over 13 years. Five other men face related sexual offence charges in a complex investigation.
Police Nab Suspected Bandit, Rescue Victim in Gombe
Gombe State Police Command arrests Shehu Hussaini, a suspected bandit with weapons, and rescues Honourable Hassan Reuben from kidnappers in coordinated operations.
NSCDC Arrests 5 for Vandalized Railway Tracks in Bauchi
The NSCDC Bauchi Command intercepted a truck carrying 80 vandalized railway tracks concealed under chicken feed, arresting five suspects from multiple states.
Fire Destroys Shops in Calabar, Traders Lose Millions
A devastating fire outbreak in Calabar South has destroyed multiple shops along Mbukpa Street, causing losses estimated at over ₦4 million and leaving traders without livelihoods.
Cocaine Lab Blast in Colombia Kills Nine, Injures Eight
A cocaine laboratory explosion in Colombia's Narino department killed nine people and wounded eight, with the incident linked to a renegade FARC faction and ongoing drug trafficking issues.
Ex-Armed Robber Turned Evangelist Reveals Why He Prayed Before Robberies
Former notorious armed robber Temitope Kolawole explains his criminal past, why he prayed before operations instead of using charms, and his transformation into an evangelist preaching rehabilitation.
Ondo Police Arrest 7 for N20.45m Goods Theft
Ondo State Police Command arrests seven suspects, including employees and receivers, for allegedly stealing goods worth N20.45 million from a commercial store in Ore.
NSCDC Intercepts Vandalized Railway Tracks in Bauchi, Arrests 5
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Bauchi State has intercepted a truck carrying 80 vandalized railway tracks and arrested five suspects following credible intelligence along Miri-Jos Road.
Youths Protest Murder of Poly Student in Bayelsa
Youths in Swali community, Yenagoa, protest the killing of Ekowe Polytechnic student Clever Charles Abadi. Police confirm four arrests and urge against spreading unverified rumors.
Man Brags About Friend Killing Cheating Wife, Then Claims Hacked
A Nigerian man sparked outrage by bragging on Facebook about a friend who killed his wife for infidelity, then retracted, claiming his account was hacked and changing his name.
Ex-Councillor Admits to 13-Year Campaign of Drugging and Raping Wife
Former Tory councillor Philip Young pleads guilty to 48 sex offences including drugging and repeatedly raping his ex-wife over 13 years, sometimes with other men.
Diaper Saves Baby After Monkey Throws Her into Well
A 20-day-old infant survived a terrifying ordeal in India when a monkey snatched her and threw her into a well. The baby's diaper kept her afloat until villagers rescued her, with a nurse providing life-saving CPR.
Man Gets Death Sentence for Armed Robbery in Adamawa
A Yola High Court has convicted Gambo Goni for armed robbery, sentencing him to death by hanging or lethal injection for a 2014 robbery in Kofare.
Woman Assaulted by Masseuse After Cancelling Service
A 46-year-old woman in Mumbai filed a police complaint after a physical altercation with a massage therapist following cancellation of an appointment booked through an app-based service.
4-Year-Old Molested by School Bus Driver, Arrest Made
A four-year-old nursery student in Badlapur, Maharashtra, was allegedly molested by her school bus driver. The accused was arrested after the family filed a complaint, revealing regulatory lapses in school transport safety.
Ghana Police Arrest Nigerians for SIM Box Fraud
Ghanaian police have detained three Nigerian nationals for alleged SIM box fraud in Accra, seizing equipment used to illegally route international calls and evade telecom charges.
Businesswoman Loses N300k in Fertiliser Scam, Warns Others
An Ibadan entrepreneur shares her ordeal after losing N300,000 to scammers selling fake fertiliser. She warns fellow business owners to stay vigilant against sophisticated fraud schemes targeting shops.
Police Probe Death of Woman at Boyfriend's Home in Abuja
The FCT Police Command has initiated a thorough investigation into the sudden death of 27-year-old Esther Akwaji, who fell ill after visiting her boyfriend in Dei-Dei. Authorities are searching for the boyfriend who is currently at large.
Deer Breaks into New York Bank, Sparks Nigerian Reactions
A wild deer smashed through a Webster Bank window in New York, triggering alarms and causing damage. Nigerian social media users humorously contrasted the incident with local corruption narratives involving animals.
Teacher Admits Sex with Student After 25,000 Texts
A 45-year-old special education teacher pleaded guilty to aggravated sexual assault of a 15-year-old student after exchanging 25,000 text messages. She faces up to 12 years in prison.
Taraba Governor Orders Arrest in Teen Razor Attack Case
Governor Agbu Kefas directs security agencies to arrest individuals intimidating victim and guardian in Donga LGA assault case involving a married woman.
Rudy Youngblood Arrested on Drug Charge in Texas
Actor Rudy Youngblood, famed for 'Apocalypto,' faces felony drug possession charges in Texas, with potential prison time and fines, amid a history of legal issues.
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