Henly Chioza ,34, is in police custody at Zomba Police Station for obtaining money by false pretence.

It is alleged that, the suspect who posed as a Malawi Defence Soldier based at Cobbe Barracks fell in love with a certain woman (victim) who is also based in Zomba.

In January 2023, the suspect coaxed the woman that he could help her find a job in Malawi Defence Force and that she should give him money amounting to K900,000.00 which the victim paid.

Later, the woman became suspicious over the deal and immediately reported the matter to Zomba Police Station. Upon receipt of the complaint, police investigated the case leading to the arrest of Chioza.

Chioza who hails from Maliko Village, Traditional Authority Chikowi in Zomba District,will soon appear in court to answer the charge of obtaining money by false pretence.

Police advise people to be careful with people of such character and should report them to police to avoid being duped.