By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S
Public anger boiled over in Makeni on Saturday after youths intercepted a man accused of defrauding a Gambian national of more than Le100 million through a suspected overseas employment scheme.
The suspect, identified as Sajor Jalloh, was confronted following allegations that he collected money from the complainant with promises of securing travel and jobs abroad through a company known as Ignite.
Jalloh denied any fraudulent intent. He told Daily Scope he was recruited by Ignite after being approached about job opportunities and joined without plans to deceive anyone.
“I joined a company called Ignite after I was contacted that they were looking for people to work for them. I am now in the system, not to necessarily do bad; I just joined,” he said.
According to Jalloh, the complainant got his contact through another Ignite associate and reached out to him directly. He claimed he received only US$2,000 — approximately 18 million Guinean francs — and said he has transaction records on his phone to support this.
The complainant, however, insisted he made multiple payments for the promised travel arrangement and believes he was misled.
Following the confrontation, Jalloh reportedly agreed to refund the money. He acknowledged he did not have the funds immediately but said both parties had agreed on a repayment plan.
The incident has heightened concerns in Makeni about fraudulent schemes targeting people seeking overseas work and migration opportunities.
As of press time, the Sierra Leone Police had not confirmed any arrest or charges in connection with the allegations.
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