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Gambia Fraud Schemes Exposed: 14 Arrested, D1.772 Million Recovered in Ongoing Investigations

Crackdown on Fraud Schemes in Gambia Yields Significant Results

In a major development, 14 individuals have been arrested and are currently assisting police investigations into a high-profile case involving AGIB-NAWEC. According to sources familiar with the matter, all those detained are providing crucial information to the Fraud Squad as they delve deeper into the scam.

Key Developments in the Investigation

  • 14 people, including Gambians and non-Gambians, have been taken into custody and are cooperating with investigators.
  • A staggering D1,772,600 has been recovered as part of the ongoing probe.
  • Two vehicles, a Mercedes Benz and Toyota Camry, believed to be linked to the fraud scheme, were seized by police.

Investigation Ongoing

Detectives are working tirelessly to uncover other issues related to the case. The investigation is still underway, with no further information available at this time.

Source: Supt. Lamin Njie, spokesperson for The Gambia Police Force.