Police arrest two suspects over phone scam in Adamawa

Police in Adamawa State have arrested two individuals accused of operating a scam that defrauded customers by selling them dummy phones. The suspects, identified as Audu Abubakar and Nasiru Hassan, were reportedly apprehended following numerous complaints from victims who discovered the phones they purchased were non-functional replicas.

According to a statement from the command’s spokesperson, SP Suleiman Nguroje, the operation involved a network of agents selling the fake devices across the state. Items recovered from the suspects included several dummy phones and other exhibits. The Commissioner of Police, Kabiru Hassan, has ordered a thorough investigation into the matter, with charges to follow upon its conclusion.

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Operatives of the Adamawa State Police Command have arrested two suspects for allegedly defrauding unsuspecting customers by selling them dummy phones instead of original working devices.

The police command is advising the public to exercise caution. They recommend patronizing only accredited phone dealers, thoroughly testing devices before purchase, and demanding receipts. This initiative aims to curb such fraudulent activities and protect consumers from being duped.

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Customers are advised to test devices thoroughly and demand receipts before making payment.