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Mmakgomo Doris Ngcobo appeared in the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crime Court alongside her co-accused, two Ugandan nationals, Derrick Nsubuga and Nassazi Joan. Picture: Hawks Businesswoman Mmakgomo Doris Ngcobo, 42, appeared in the Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court in Ekurhuleni after she was arrested on charges of fraud amounting to R2 million.

Mmakgomo Doris Ngcobo appeared in the Palm Ridge Specialised Commercial Crime Court alongside her co-accused, two Ugandan nationals, Derrick Nsubuga and Nassazi Joan. Picture: Hawks “After engaging in conversations, the suspect persuaded the complainant to continue their dialogue via WhatsApp,” said Ramovha.

The woman withdrew R20,000 and transferred R233,000 to an account, in order to receive her ‘blessings’. The case was assigned to the Hawks for an investigation that resulted in the recent arrests, following a raid at a house in Roodepoort, Johannesburg. “Always verify the identity of the person you are communicating with, and be cautious of any requests for money or personal information,” he said.

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