By Josephine Sesay

The Sierra Leone Police have arrested three individuals in Bo City, Southern Sierra Leone, for allegedly defrauding a local resident of NLe18,200 through a money-doubling scheme.

The suspects, identified as Alhaji Kutubu, Abubakarr Jah, and Paul Max Bio (also known as Wizzy), are believed to have engaged in multiple fraudulent activities across Bo City and its surrounding areas. Law enforcement officials say the trio lured victims by promising to multiply their money using supernatural or technological means.

During the arrest, police seized items including equipment resembling a printer and mercury papers, materials often associated with counterfeiting operations. Authorities suspect the group may have been involved in similar scams targeting unsuspecting residents.

“The investigation is ongoing as we work to uncover the full extent of their operations and identify other potential victims,” a police spokesperson stated.

Residents have been urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious financial schemes to the authorities. The police have also reiterated warnings against money-doubling scams, which have been on the rise in recent months.