By Jones Gadama
Two individuals, Jonas Kazembe and Catherine Kamodzi, both 32 years old, have been arrested by the Balaka Police for allegedly committing acts with intent to defraud.
The suspects, who hail from Ntcheu and Phalombe respectively, were apprehended on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Chauluka Village in Traditional Authority Nsamala, Balaka District.
According to the police report, Kazembe and Kamodzi posed as representatives of the Tithandizane 2032 Program, a claim that has been disputed by the District Commissioner for Balaka.
The duo allegedly mobilized residents, scanning their National Identity Cards using mobile phones, and providing them with K3000.00 in return.
However, when detectives from the Balaka Police arrived at the scene, the suspects failed to produce any documents of registration as an organization.
The police have since seized two cell phones belonging to the suspects.
The arrest of Kazembe and Kamodzi has raised concerns about the prevalence of fraudulent activities in the region.
The police have urged residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
The suspects will appear before court soon to answer charges of Acts With Intent To Defraud.
Inspector Gladson M’bumpha, Public Relations Officer (PRO) for Balaka Police Station, confirmed the arrest and urged anyone with information about the suspects to come forward.
As the investigation continues, residents of Balaka are advised to remain cautious and report any similar incidents to the police.
The authorities have assured that they will take stern action against those found guilty of fraudulent activities.
