The Yobe State Police Command has apprehended a notorious fraudster known as Justice Gibson, who had been engaged in a cunning scheme involving the swapping of Automated Teller Machine (ATM) cards to defraud unsuspecting bank customers.
According to a statement released by DSP Dungus Abdulkarim, the spokesperson of the Yobe State Police Command, the arrest took place on Thursday, September 28, 2023. Justice Gibson, a 28-year-old individual hailing from Karim Lamido, Taraba State, was taken into custody at the First Bank ATM gallery along Gashua Road in Damaturu.
The arrest came as a result of the State Intelligent Bureau (SIB) springing into action. Gibson was found in possession of a collection of ATM cards from various banks, all of which had been used in his fraudulent activities. His modus operandi involved lurking around ATM galleries, closely observing bank customers who seemed to be struggling with the ATM machines. He would then approach these individuals, posing as a helpful Samaritan, and offer assistance.
During this act of apparent kindness, Gibson would discreetly obtain the victims’ PIN numbers. After gaining their trust, he would proceed to swap their legitimate ATM cards with counterfeit ones. Once he had executed this swap, he would concoct an excuse to leave, usually claiming he needed to use another ATM. This left the unsuspecting victims with fake ATM cards while he made his escape, subsequently withdrawing all the funds from their accounts.
Upon his arrest, Gibson admitted to these fraudulent activities, shedding light on the cunning tactics he employed to defraud people of their hard-earned money.
In response to this arrest, Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Ahmad, issued a warning to the public, advising vigilance when using ATMs, especially in crowded or unfamiliar locations. The Yobe State Police Command is determined to combat such crimes at ATM galleries across the state, ensuring the safety and security of bank customers.
This arrest serves as a reminder of the importance of safeguarding personal information, including PIN numbers when conducting financial transactions. It also highlights the crucial role of law enforcement agencies in apprehending criminals and maintaining the integrity of the banking system.
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