Police have shared fresh updates regarding the arrest of socialite Don Chris, born Christian Asiimwe, the former boss of Sky Pins Tours and Travel, as investigations into the fraud allegations against him continue.
According to Kampala Metropolitan Police spokesperson SP Rachel Kawala, the number of victims who have so far registered complaints against Don Chris has risen to 655.
Kawala further revealed that the amount of money allegedly obtained from the victims has now surpassed Shs2 billion.
Don Chris is accused of allegedly defrauding several people after promising to secure them employment opportunities abroad in destinations including Canada, Dubai, the United Kingdom and other countries.
Police say the victims have recorded statements as investigations continue, with authorities now working to have the suspect brought before the courts of law.
Don Chris is still in our Police custody, but we’re doing everything possible to have him arraigned before the courts of law. As per now, we have registered 655 victims who have recorded their statements regarding his fraud allegations. The money he solicited from the victims has so far amounted to Shs2 billion plus and above. Soon he will be arraigned before court.
The latest figures indicate that the alleged scam could be significantly larger than initially reported, with hundreds of victims now coming forward as police continue to build their case.
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