Police in Kicukiro district has arrested Patrick Semuhoza 32 was suspected of fraudulently soliciting Frw 120,000 from Damascene Sinamenye 23 after convincing him that as a Rwanda Defense Forces Captain, he would facilitate him go for United Nations Mission in Darfur.
By the time of his arrest, he had already received Frw 45,000 advance payment. Investigations are still ongoing.
Police continues to urge the public to avoid being victimized by swindlers who promise easy access to quick riches such as money, work, and sponsorship among other opportunities.
Superintendent Theos Badege, the Rwanda National Police spokesperson said, “People should also seek more information about such promises and try to find advice before committing themselves”.
He noted that the recruitments and selections of UN missions are clear, transparent and that the administration procedures are done by competent authorities.
Badege also urged the public to report such con incidences so that culprits are arrested and brought to book.
If convicted, Semuhoza is likely to be charged with swindling, a crime that is punishable by a jail sentence between six months and five years according to article 428 of the Rwandan penal code.
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