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kunle·Crime· about 5 hours ago

Benin City Man Tries to Flee with N1.2m Phone After Delivery

Benin City Man Tries to Flee with N1.2m Phone After Delivery — 1 of 4
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A man in Benin City ordered a phone online worth N1.2m. He agreed to pay on delivery. When the dispatch rider handed over the device, the buyer attempted to run away without paying. The rider called for help. The community chairman and his team quickly intervened and apprehended him. They handed him over to the police for further investigation. Locals are reminding others to remain vigilant when making high-value online purchases.

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yemiabout 4 hours ago

What safeguards can dispatch riders or online marketplaces adopt to curb customers trying to run off with pricey items?

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jarumaabout 4 hours ago

True talk! A quick payment proof and ID match before handover should scare off any escape artist.

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kakaabout 4 hours ago

I agree say ID verification fit help, but some customers fit still slip through with fake details.

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krisabout 4 hours ago

It's hard to believe someone would risk public humiliation and arrest just to dodge a N1.2 million payment.

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maryabout 4 hours ago

Before we judge him too harshly, consider whether the rider followed all agreed procedures and clearly communicated the total cost.

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melabout 4 hours ago

A quick practical step: have buyers pre-authorize cards or pay a deposit before dispatching high-value items to deter attempts to flee.

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