An unnamed man allegedly defrauded a milling company of US$12,200 after orchestrating a fraudulent bulk maize transaction and disappearing with the payment.
The accused, whose name and age were not disclosed, is facing theft allegations following a complaint lodged by United Milling Company.
According to the State, on April 3, 2026, the accused allegedly instructed an intermediary, Tanaka Tamai, to contact United Milling Company claiming that a Ruwa-based firm, Panmar Investments, intended to purchase bulk maize on credit.
Tamai complied, and the complainant agreed to supply the maize.
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On the same day, Tamai collected and loaded 34,846 kilograms of maize valued at US$12,200 from the complainant’s premises before delivering the consignment to Panmar Investments in Ruwa.
Upon arrival, the accused — who was reportedly waiting at the premises — allegedly informed Tamai that he would personally collect the payment as the broker facilitating the deal.
The State alleges that the accused later collected US$12,200 and converted the money to his own use.
The offence came to light after the complainant followed up on the outstanding payment. Attempts to contact the accused were unsuccessful as his mobile phone was no longer reachable.
The accused is expected to appear in court on May 11, 2026.
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