Third Jamaican apprehended in connection to US lottery scam

A Jamaican businessman from St. James has been arrested by law enforcement authorities in connection with a group facing charges related to lottery scams in the United States (US). 

The identity of the individual is currently being withheld.

The 38-year-old entrepreneur was taken into custody at his residence in Bogue Village during an operation conducted by members of the police Lottery Scam Taskforce.

Facing a multitude of charges

The arrest of this St. James resident stems from the ongoing pursuit by US authorities who have charged him with a litany of offenses, including money laundering, mail fraud, wire fraud, and other crimes related to a major advance fee fraud scheme. 

Two other men, believed to be part of the same group, were arrested in St James on Wednesday.