Authorities have revealed that a 67-year-old man from Louisiana was behind a long-running “Nigerian Prince” scam that defrauded unsuspecting victims out of thousands of dollars.
Police say the suspect, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, orchestrated a scheme in which he posed as a wealthy Nigerian royal in need of financial assistance. Victims were lured into sending money with the promise of receiving a large sum in return.
The notorious scam, which has existed for decades, typically involves fraudulent emails claiming to be from a Nigerian prince or government official who needs help transferring funds. Many individuals worldwide have fallen prey to the hoax, losing significant amounts of money.
Law enforcement officials confirmed that the Louisiana man was arrested after an extensive investigation into suspicious financial transactions. It remains unclear how many people were affected by his scheme or the total amount stolen.
Authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant against online fraud, warning that such scams continue to evolve despite increased awareness. Further details about the suspect’s charges and court proceedings are expected to be released soon.
