Regional crackdown on fraud, theft, and impersonation scams

Various criminal activities and fraud investigations have been reported across West Africa, France, and Mauritius.

In Senegal, real estate developer Djiby Ciss is facing charges for land fraud involving 433.7 million FCFA. Additionally, the Nguinth police station arrested an individual suspected of charlatanism after he allegedly used psychological manipulation and fake miracles to steal gold and money from victims. In Gambia, a man was referred to judicial authorities for allegedly defrauding a victim of over 32 million FCFA through ritualistic promises.

In Guinea, the BAC 15 unit dismantled a suspected vehicle theft ring in Coyah, recovering a stolen Toyota.

In France, two men were arrested for impersonating police officers to steal jewelry and cash from private residences.

In Mauritius, authorities are investigating multiple scams, including a recruitment fraud involving 75,000 Rs and a social media-based delivery scam that cost a dentist 360,500 Rs. In Kayes, an operation targeted a suspected QNET-related scam, resulting in the identification of 53 alleged victims.