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In August 2022 there were: 159 Convictions – 495 Arrests in Nigeria
Scammers are being arrested every day! When measured worldwide an average of over 1,500 scammers are arrested a day.
In 2021 alone, over 540,000 scammers/fraudsters were arrested worldwide.
This is a trend that has been growing for the last 5 years that is expected to continue. Even in Nigeria, the growth in arrests is nothing short of amazing!
In an effort to promote transparency of law enforcement successes and failures in West Africa we have decided to start listing the criminals arrested or convicted each month from Nigeria. If Ghana or the other countries start contributing, we will list them too, but we will start with just Nigeria.
Please Note:
This is based upon information provided by local law enforcement and may be subject to revision without notice, and for that reason may be incomplete. They are presented as received – in no particular order.
Do You Recognize Any Arrested Names?
If you do you can contact the EFCC to submit a victim’s impact statement for their trial. Victim impact statements can influence the court during sentencing. See below for how to create and prepare one.
EFCC CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESSES ARE: info@efcc.gov.ng and info@efccnigeria.org
Scammers Arrested – A Subset of the 495 Arrested in August
- Arebu Julius
- Ebiechuwa Victory Ovie
- John Uwague
- Edward Asuelimhen
- Onyeka Sunday
- Omorefe Osazee
- Kelvin Emmanuel
- Osamuliamen Maxwell
- Osrmudiamen Aganjele
- Godday Osaretin
- Osayande Osariemen
- Destiny Enobokhare
- Daniel Collins
- Collins Edobor
- Chukwuemeka Johnson
- Omofuma Godpower
- Progress Edoagu
- Eze Stanley Chineze
- Emmanuel Chijioke Ejikeme
- Chinonso Edwin Abonyi
- Emmanuel Akoi Chibuike
- Henry Umenyi Chukwualuka
- Ayo Iteze Chidiebere
- Emeka Justice
- Emmanuel Ayakem
- Ememuo Innocent Ifeanyi
- Odinaka Udeh
- Okonkwo Stanley Chukwuma
- Ezeakolam Godswill Chihurumnanya
- Emmanuel Mgbakor kenechukwu
- Benneth Odinaka
- Ndefor Chukwudi
- Ngadi Chima
- Akalam Lucky Ibuchi
- Akalam Michael
- Justus Akalam Chunazom
- Akalam Kenneth
- David Monday Ebuka
- Uchechukwu Kingsley Ebuka
- Henry Echezona
- Onyedika Chukwu
- Abuchi Awa
- Henry Adumaka
- Chidera Chika
- Malachi Asonbe
- Cosmos Obidimma
- Akuma Wisdom
- Agwu Victor
- Godwin Okoro
- Obumneke Nwankwo
- Igboanugo Charles
- Ibeh Chisom
- Agbafuna Ifeanyi
- Chukwu Joseph
- Chukwu Benard
- Anson Ugochukwu
- Mathew Chukwuemeka
- Temple Emmanuel
- Buba Mohammed
- Yusuf Umar
- Surajo Shehu
- Abubakar Abdullahi
- Salisu Mohammed
- Quadri Sulaiman
- Nwafor Chinonso
- Abdullahi Isa
- Mustapha Mohammed
- Buhari Hassan
- Basiru Jafaru
- Murtala Jafaru
- Jafaru Abdullahi
- Osama Abraham Obasohan
- Okunnuwa Moses
- Osalenlen Celestine
- Bassey Sunday Junior
- Samson Zachariah
- Ogonyi Jeremiah
- Sunday Martins
- Austin Yayison
- Wilson Chinaza
- Emmanuel Adeyi
- Samuel Mark
- Emmanuel Bassey
- Kelvin Azuibike
- Andrew Otuokparwo
- Miracle Eloze
- Junior Oseyi
- Okoye Godfrey
- Oseiwa Oifoghe
- Odia Sylvester
- Ekhazor Evans
- Collins Akpotu
- Victor Okoh
- Francis Agathor
- Lucky Uchechukwu Ndukwe
- Precious Omonkhoa Ofure
- Monye Chukwudi
- Egwasor Jim
- Osasuyi Nosa
- Erhabor Osaikhuwu
- Gazali Ado
- Kelvin Essien
- Michael Ekene
- Steve Ochanogor
- Oladujoye Samuel
- Ohaeme Samuel
- George Emeka
- Adenigbo Igbola
- Famugiloh Hakeem
- Samuel Elohor
- Michael Ugochukwu
- Olumide Olalekan
- Ayanipo David
- Adulawo Oladipupo Victor
- Okenwa Emeka Okobi
- Adeyanju Olamide Blessing
- Temi Simon
- Elias Andrew Ogbe
- Elvis Akuya
- Onyebuchi Chisom
- Abraham Nnana
- Nwune Fortune
- Golden Felix
- Azeri Olam
- Sushie Christian
- Michael Chidiebere
- Ogbu Chekwube
- Edeh Peter
- Nweze Ifeanyi
- Emeka Nwankwo
- John Chibuike
- Paschal Tochukwu
- Eze ifeanyi
- Raphael Chukwuemeka P.
- Kennwth Akwozo
- Chukwuebuka Ogbonna
- Chunedu Ephraim N.
- Emmanuel Nnaji
- Ychenna Nweke E.
- Orji Chisom
- Eze Emmanuel
- Obodoeze Samson
- Onyedikachi Samuel
- Ikenna Chijioke
- James Tochukwu
- Uche Obieze
- Ekwunife Chinonso
- Adimoranma Christian
- Godwin Chukwuemeka
- Nnamezie Chidi
- Bright Chineme
- Vitus Makwe
- Nwokeji Joshua Chetachukwu
- Nzube Daniel
- Stephen Ogbuabor
- Sunday Dimeze Chidi
- Ebuka Ilouno
- Michael Chidere
- Ikechukwu Michael
- Oferka Frank
- Onyia Joseph
- Amagba Tochukwu
- Ogbuabor Emmanuel
- Michael Obi
- Emmanuel Chidere
- Chijioke Ugwu
- Ugwuoko Obinna
- Emeka Obilo
- Mbah Ebube
- Onah Kasie
- Nnonyelu Favour Chioma
- Ajator Henry Sopulu
- Ego Andy Seji
- Okeke Ikechukwu Jude
- Oshioriamite Perfect
- Ego Akin
- Oyewole Damilola
- Ovin Adekunle
- Ovin Nicholas
- Ridwan Iyiola
- Aregbesola Tobiloba
- Oladosu Saheed
- Oseni Omotara
- Abel Durotimi
- Oyeneye Rilwan Adetola
- Omoregbe Destiny Nosa
- Evbonaye Olaleye
- Adeyemo Abiola
- Temitope Ajetonmobi
- Dare-Ilori Oreoluwa David
- Adekanye Ayodeji Ezekiel
- Osagie Harry Odosa
- Arowolo Oluwafemi Isaac
- Agbaje Jackson Babatunde
- Owolabi Temiloluwa Dominion
- Fadipe Biodun Idris
- Agbayo Moshood Oriyomi
- Sylvester Evans
- Oshokoya Olaoluwa Muritalah
- Omotoye Collins Oluwaseun
- Hassan Abdulwahab Oladimeji
- Austin Okolo
- Modebe Olisa
- Onyemailu Chisom
- Igbudy Collins Eloho
- Onyema Okwuose
- Daniel Idoko Emumena
- Chidibele Kelvin
- Pius Ikwebe
- Azubuike Maxwell Odor
- Obaze Justice
- Monye Emeka Divine
- Okirhienye Oghenetega
- Anointed Governor
- Nebeolisa Obinna
- Johnson Nnaemeka
- Augstine Imunor
- Ukazu Henry
- Destiny Ikpekpe
- Joromi Odoko
- Clinton Oletu Emma
- Nicholas Brain
- Anamali Azuka
- Nonye Fimber Dugbele
- Nwazi Ebuka
- Chmezie Emeka
- Onyeje Chuka
- Peter Ennemakwu Agbenyo
- Bobo Alfred
- George Igbinigie
- Olumofin Sandra
- Ighalo Emmanuel
- John Paul
- James Obele
- Godwin Dan
- Chidi Obele
- John Obo
- Omoike Godson
- Ihonor Maruis
- Omoarebun Godstime
- Omoarebun Esteem
- Okiki Julius
- Godwin Omoruyi
- Albert Success
- Michael Kenny
- Raymond Amaechi
- Okiki Tombra
- Amos Worwei
- Soware Evans
- Eroesiri Whiskel
- Daniel Chukwuemeka
- Okechukwu Chisom
- John Chizoba
- Benard Uguochukwu
- Nwobodo Christian
- Nwiba Chukwuemeka
- Eze Ani Ifechukwu
- Chikwe James
- Emmanuel Chukwuebuka
- Ezugwu Chidera
- Friday Daniel
- Destiny Ekene
- Prosper Nnachetam
- Justice Chinedu
- Bright Chimezie
- Ezugu Nkejika
- Echi Ikechukwu
- Udeh Emeka
- Charles Kosisochukwu
- Ojinaka Smith
- Ekene Chukwuebuka
- Efe Samuel
- Goodness Ifeanyi
- Victory Anointing
- Uche Egbo
- Onuigbo Kingsley
- Okakpu Chukwuemeka
- Nnamdi Odo
- Mbah Emmanuel
- Collins Nweke
- Jason Obi
- Yahaya Abdulrahman
- Mohammad Iliyasu
- Mba Richard Oguge
- Ogochukwu Ifeanyi Charles
- Fredrick Mba
- Gospel Uduak James
- Charles Chukwuemeka
- Daniel Ekanem Daniel
- Andikan Udofot
- Omolade Fortune
- Abdullahi Kehinde Tawab
- Ayomide Alase Abiodun
- Hassan Larla Olamilekan
- Makinde Adebowale Saheed
- Tofunmi Oyebade Segun
- Rotimi Gbadamosi Ayomide
- Igbamidun Joshua Olamiposi
- Gbadamosi Samson Tobiloba
- Qodir Ayoola Babalola
- Frank Obi Ogechukwu
- Olawale Abowaba Joshua
- Dauda Kareem Oladayo
- Hammed Dauda Akanji
- Yusuf Akorede Abiodun
- Haruna Adedoyin Kayode
- Yusuf Lawale Raji
- Adejare Ayuba Olamide
- Owolabi Gbadamosi Moses
- Victor Salami Gbenga
- Abdullahi Teslim Taiwo
- Oluwaseun Abowaba Samuel
- Alase Ayodele Philip
- Oduola Kunmi Ireola
- Ajayi Olumide Olamilekan
- Opeyemi Samuel Enitan
- Yusuf Ayobami Qudus
- Atanda Jamiu Olamide
- Ibrahim Bashit Alade
- Ilori Peter Oladapo
- Bala Caleb Abdulkarim
- Ayuba Bala
- Adebayo Olubunmi
- Yusuf Salawu
- Victor Yakubu
- Victor Udeh
- Abutu Francis
- Moses Akeji
- Aiyegbe ThankGod
- Eniola Adeniji
- Abraham Ayodele
- Julius Omowale
- Samuel Onojah
- Saka Usman Ojo
- Isaac Emmanuel
- Yusuf Mohammed
- Ibrahim Musa
- Omaonu Ojochenemi Victor
- Olawale Ipadeola
- Opeyemi Badmus
- Wasiu Babatunde
- Ahmed Umar
- Onome Omavuebe Stansley
- Progress Ikechukwu
- Fejiro Oyawiri
- Ifeanyi Louis
- Joseph Monday
- Ikegwuolu Wogbuom
- Chimobi Henry
- Victory Erebere
- Chiwendu Lucky
- Jasson Ovesuor
- Miracle Harrison
- Favour Prosper Iheancho
- Emeji Gad Chinedu
- Perculia Ikechukwu
- Eze Gift
- Chiemela Uzodinma
- Chidebere Eze
- Bright Umoh
- Raphael Akuru
- Prince Chris
- Hillary Ifeanyi Nwosu
- Destiny Ogueri
- Terri Afori
- Daniel Atuzie
- Justice Nicholas
- Victor Nnemeka
- Temitope Ezekiel
- Anthony Otuke
- Nelson Matthew
- Adolphus Iheanyi
- Omosakin Akinwale
- Royal Nicolas
- Henry Anthony
- Obi Ezekiel
- Gift Kalu
- Nichael Emmanuel
- Chukwuemeka Emeluwe
- ThankGod Emmanuel
- Nicholas Chibueze
- Azubueke Precious
- Eze Promise
- Diamond Emesin
- Tejiro Napoleon
- Temple Alalibo
- David Christian
- Idonesit Ekpo
- Martin John Gospel
- Thomas Osigbemen
- Kennedy Uwuigbe
- Osameda Osazee
- Enofe Macaulay
- Wilfred Ikhireagie
- Osayande Prosper
- Adipe Philip
- Akpa Allenxander
- Andrew Odokor
- Ishegbe Samuel
- Peter Ajine
- Emmanuel Jayeoba
- Ademola Jayeoba Wales
- Ogunnowo Aderosola
- Adebesin Adeyinka
- Nkeokelonye Stanley Ifeanyi
- Afolabi Babatunde Oluwaseun
- Onyeka Nwokoro
- Micheal Adedayo Owolabi
- Musah Esosa Hakeem
- Osim Happiness
- Sanusi Timilehin Olawale
- Sanusi Timilehin Rasak
- Emmanuel Obogo Adeja
- Ogunnowo Eniola
- Idahosa Samuel Osas
- Alabi Ajekola Peter
- Timilehin Damilola Emmanuel
- Egbuno Ifeanyi Favour
- Jimoh Oluwapelumi Ibrahim
- Oluwole Olaitan
- Emmanuel Emeka Okeke
- Olota Albert
- Richard Asubi
Note that we believe this is only a partial list based on what was provided. However, a total of 495 scammers/criminals were arrested in August.
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Scammers Convicted
- Jimoh Hamza
- David Joseph
- Osondu Obinna Stanley
- Praise Yusuf
- Ashiru Adamu
- Abdulwasiu Yunus
- Yusuf Buhari
- Joseph Jerry
- Solomon (aka Rick Rick)
- Jatto Mujeeb
- Opeyemi Bhadmus Abdulsamad
- Ipadeola Olawale
- Tomiwa Kingsley
- Kolawole Segun
- Awujoola Jobi Muiz (a.k.a Brenda Laska Lukas)
- David Sunday Chukwudi (a.k.a Dreak Frank)
- Samuel Stephen Shekwuduza (a.k.a Mcillwain Huong)
- Salawu Ayobami Adeyemi(a.k.a Roselin Dave)
- Adikpo Diamond Aondover
- Mathew Itodo Onyilo
- Taiwo Oreagba
- Bambgbose Temitayo Abiodun (a.k.a Scott Buchanan)
- Adebayo Sodik (Trisha Patterson)
- Yekini Ismail Omokayode
- Ayoade Taofeek Adekunle (a.k.a Jessica Weaver)
- Taiwo Babalola Oluwatope (a.k.a Bram Sem)
- Ibrahim Ayinla Ajadi (a.k.a Chris Young)
- Sodiq Razaq Olamilekan (a.k.a Daren Amanda)
- Adams Rasaq Lekan (a.k.a Angelina Gomez)
- Emeka Anaga
- Anas Bello Tangaza
- Nwani Chukwuma
- Opara Emeka Peter
- Moses Igomah Okini
- Abu Solomon
- Nureni Olalekan
- Bashir Abdullahi (aka One Eye General)
- Adeyemi Israel Abiodun
- Yekeen Azeez Ishola
- Okeniyi Sanuel Akiniyi
- Theophilus Ademola Bukola
- Salami Mohammed Adetayo
- Pelumi Ajayi Temiloluwa
- Lawal Abdullateef Olalekan
- Okusanwo Mayowa Daniel
- Oluwole Oluwasegun Ayomide
- Adedotun Omodele Yusuf
- Monday Nnaemeka Samuel
- Idowu Adeshina
- Olowe Nifemi Ayomide
- Adubu Olamiotan Sunday
- Kehinde Olatunji Kehinde
- Oguntuase Tope Francis
- Elijah Isaac Wisdom
- Ogbanaya Chukwu Chukwu
- Adekola Adekunle
- Odebode Temiloluwa Kehinde
- Joseph Odunayo Clement
- Andrew Adekunle Masika
- Usman Mubarak Damilare
- Isiaka Olumide Hammed
- Uawu Osita Henry
- Kareem Afeez Alabi
- Ogunyemi Ayobami Samuel
- Mimiola Victor Olamide
- Adeeko Kolade Emmanuel
- Egberongbe Adedayo Quam
- Oyelaran Olayiwola Jeremaih
- Hammed Rilwan Ishola
- Adefowora Omotayo David
- Adedeji Ibrahim Olamilekan
- Emmanuel Timileyin Akinbowale
- Michael Damola Olanrewaju
- Ayanyemi Olaide Samuel
- Boye Timilehin Emmanuel
- Timileyin Ajibola Idowu
- Azeez Tolulope Ayoade
- Sanni Joshua Omeiza
- Badmus Usman Olaitan
- Jimoh Olawale AbdulAzeez
- Jeremiah Joseph (aka Means Smith)
- Sani Zakariyyah Onoruoiza
- Nnabuihe Martins
- Joseph Amoto
- Muhammed Soliu
- Alkali Wakil, a.k.a Mama Boko Haram
- Tahiru Saidu Daura
- Prince Lawal Shoyede
- Adetuberu Christopher Adetoyese
- Jumbo Owoidihe Otu
- Ojekale Samuel Ayodimeji
- Azeez Toheeb Oluwatemilorun
- Ayomide Michael Eniola
- Adetona Oladimeji Abdulazeez
- Shonola Gafar Opeyemi
- Stephen Babi Charles
- Ogunyemi Olajide Temitope
- Olamilekan Fafiolu Quadri
- Olamilekan Paul Akinyemi
- Ayegbusi Ayokunle
- Taiwo Azeez Dolapo
- Adeogun Usman Oluwatobiloba
- Oyewumi Michael Oluwapelumi
- Amedari Halilu Bala
- Olamilekan Wasiu Durojaiye
- Yusuf Adetokunbo
- Fatai Musbau Opeyemi
- Ayodele Olumide Sunday
- Oribolawa Idris Abiodun
- Abdulahi Malek Olaniyi
- Onigbinde Rasaq Oyindamola
- Emmanuel Victor Mayowa
- Moses Oyowevotu Oghenaire
- Awwal Babatunde Arekemase
- Adewale Ayomipo Owolabi
- Yusuf David Olamide
- Atitade Hassan Ajao
- Hammed Olamilekan (aka James Wright)
- Shina Victor (aka Alecia Moore Pink)
- Isaac Garba Amos (aka Jeong Ho)
- Abdul Salam Isiaka (aka. America Smith)
- Ahmed Abdul Razak (aka Romilda Carlos)
- Nnabuihe Micheal ( aka Wayne Henderson, Leonard Maxine, Alex issued Lea and Deanne Manly)
- Bemu Edward David (aka Mike Alexander Valencia)
- Bemu Eric Praise (aka Lila Anderson)
- Destiny Maikarfi (aka Dfb-Hack and Rockunlockz)
- Paul Adebayo
- Ambrose Eden Onyemaechi (aka Hugh Jackman)
- Kamaldeen Abdullahi (aka Amelia Ralf)
- Collins Mitchell Ojonye (aka Derrick Richie)
- Jeremiah Ogbe Emmanuel
- Samuel Anakaa
- Daniel Saka
- Ogbor Eliot
- Kelvin Chris
- Bisiriyu Abdulfatai
- Awopetu Gbolahan Emmanuel
- Johnbull Kingsley
- Dikko Umar
- Shittu Taiwo
- Olaniyi Roqueeb Ajibola
- Samuel Josiah
- Emejom Jude Chinomso
- Okolie Collins
- Hezekiah Oghenekume
- Musa Dauda
- Akinselure Adebayo
- Obafemi Oluwatosin
- Ali Sani Yaro
- Lateef Adedeji Sulaiman
- Iliasu Azeez Olajuwon
- Adebanji Ayomide Idowu
- Joseph Timileyin Evbosaru
- Ademola Azeez Taiwo
- Hassan Warith Ademola
- Idowu Babatunde Awojulu
- Olagoke Olalekan Bayo
- Victor John Enya
- Noble Dainge Tamunoateli
Note that we believe this is only a partial list based on what was provided. The EFCC shows 159 convictions in August.
See the JULY 2022 list click here
VICTIM IMPACT STATEMENTS
What is a Victim Impact Statement?
A Victim Impact Statement is a written or oral statement presented to the court at the sentencing of the defendant. Many times victims, their family members, and friends of the victim participate in both written and verbal statements. More often than not, numerous individuals write letters to the sentencing judge, and only a few of those directly connected to the crime speak at sentencing. Victim Impact Statements were created as an opportunity for the judge to hear how a criminal action has affected you and those that you love. Victim Impact Statements are not limited to the courts. Many times, probation or paroling agencies allow for an opportunity to present a statement as well.
How to Write a Victim Impact Statement?
As you are preparing your impact statement, you may find that using the following questions can guide you. Remember that writing about your feelings may be very painful, so be sure to pace yourself and don’t feel that you need to have it “perfect”. Be gentle with yourself and take as many breaks as you need. As you are preparing your statement, you may find that the following questions can guide you:
- How did the crime affect you and your family?
- What was the emotional impact of the crime on you and your family?
- What was the financial impact on you and your family?
- Do you have any recommendations for the court about the disposition (sentencing) of this case?
- Is there anything else you would like to tell the court?
The above guidelines do not cover the totality of the impact of crime but may be used as a starting point. Victim Impact statements are unique to you and people have various ways of expressing how crime has affected them. Even though guidelines are typically given to you before sentencing, and there is much flexibility in how you present your statement, there are things you will need to take into consideration.
DO THIS:
Write simply and descriptively. Your goal is to help the court feel your trauma. While nobody can truly understand what you are feeling, you can help others identify with your trauma by using feeling-evoking words and phrases. Using descriptive words can help people form an image of what you are saying.
Example:
Every morning when I wake up, I have to remind myself that my attacker won’t be able to hurt me today. If I don’t tell myself that I simply can’t get out of bed. Since I was assaulted I have lost the full function of my right leg. I still have to go to the doctor for physical therapy and they fear that I still won’t be able to walk the same. I used to love to run, until my attacker took that away from me. It hurts emotionally and physically to even make it to work in the morning. When I drive past the place that this all happened I try not to shake in fear. I can’t sleep most nights without nightmares of my attacker. I so desperately want my life back. The life I had before he took my life away.
Another:
I was the victim of this person who deliberately manipulated me and stole my future in the cruelest possible way. He made me fall in love with a fake identity tht I truly believed was a real person, then manipulated me to drain my savings just so he could live a better life. Even at the end, he know how devestated I was when I found out and he just laughed and said I should kill myself. The loss of my savings means that I have no security in my future and I am now dependent on my family, something I never though I would. The trauma I have experienced from this has left me with long lasting PTSD and other psychological and emotional harm that I will live with all my life – all because this criminal wanted more bling.
- Do address the judge, or paroling authority, when you speak. You may want to talk directly to the offender. If this is something you want to do, ask permission from the judge first. You can still say what you need regarding the offender through the judge.
- Do ask permission if a picture is part of your statement. More often than not this is allowed, but any visual aids you utilize will need permission from the court first.
- Do write out your statement in advance. Presenting a statement is emotional. You may think you know what you want to say but when the time comes, your emotions could take over and your train of thought is lost. If this occurs, you can read directly from your statement.
- Do have an alternate person that can read your statement in case you cannot finish.
Don’t Do This:
- Don’t directly express your anger toward the court or the offender. Your goal is to express your hurt and your pain, not to blame. The blame has already been placed on the offender, so now is the time to talk about what you have been experiencing through your loss.
- Don’t use unsuitable language, as it will diminish the effectiveness of your statement.
- Don’t describe what you want to happen to the offender in prison. Please do not get descriptive about any harm you would like to see imposed.
- Don’t put personal, identifying information in your letter and do not say it verbally in court. This includes your physical address, mailing address, email address and phone number. The offender will be provided copies of all letters submitted. If you state this out loud in court, it will be another opportunity for the offender to contact you in the future.
What Happens to your Victim Impact Statement? Do You Have to Read it in Court?
First, it depends on where the trial will be. If Nigeria for example, it is impractical to go there, so your statement is the only way you can be heard!
Preparing and presenting an impact statement in court, or in front of a paroling or probation agency, can be intimidating. If you do not think you can physically stand in front of the offender and read your statement, have an alternate in mind beforehand. It does not matter who presents your statement as long as you have identified this person in advance. Many times, victim advocates are asked to present impact statements. It does not have to be a victim advocate and should be someone you feel comfortable expressing your words.
If you submit a letter, this will become part of the court file, the prosecutor’s file, and the defense’s file. Victim Impact Statements can also be included in the offender’s Department of Corrections file. It could be subject to public disclosure. This is why it is essential to not include contact information in your statements, written or verbally.
Why Write a Victim Impact Statement?
It is not mandatory you write an impact statement. This is a right you have but not one you have to participate in. Many choose not to participate. There are several reasons why Victim Impact Statements are beneficial. The reasons stated below are just a few.
- The judge gets to hear your side of the story. This is usually the first time this occurs. Throughout the criminal justice process, the focus is on the offender. Hearing from those that are affected by the crime puts a face to an often forgotten victim.
- You have a chance to tell the judge how you want sentencing to occur. More often than not, cases conclude by a plea offer. Many times the prosecutor and defense have agreed to a recommended amount of time. The judge is not bound by that agreement. You can make a difference in the amount of time an offender receives by speaking up. This is true in cases that go to trial as well.
- You have the opportunity to address the court, and the offender by way of the court, about how the crime has affected you. Many find this helpful in the journey of victimization. Letting those know how they harmed you can be beneficial for emotional well-being.
- The impact statement becomes part of the offender’s permanent file. It is a reminder of the harm they caused you.
Where To Send Them?
Contact your local police or District/State Attorney/Prosecutor’s office for how to submit one.
In the case of foreign trials, such s with the EFCC – send them by email to the agency involved.
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Table of Contents
- Law Enforcement Activity
- It Is Important That All Victims Understand That Real Progress Is Being Made
- In August 2022 there were: 159 Convictions – 495 Arrests in Nigeria
- Do You Recognize Any Arrested Names?
- Scammers Arrested – A Subset of the 495 Arrested in August
- Scammers Convicted
- VICTIM IMPACT STATEMENTS
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Important Information for New Scam Victims
- Please visit www.ScamVictimsSupport.org – a SCARS Website for New Scam Victims & Sextortion Victims
- Enroll in FREE SCARS Scam Survivor’s School now at www.SCARSeducation.org
- Please visit www.ScamPsychology.org – to more fully understand the psychological concepts involved in scams and scam victim recovery
If you are looking for local trauma counselors please visit counseling.AgainstScams.org or join SCARS for our counseling/therapy benefit: membership.AgainstScams.org
If you need to speak with someone now, you can dial 988 or find phone numbers for crisis hotlines all around the world here: www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines
A Note About Labeling!
We often use the term ‘scam victim’ in our articles, but this is a convenience to help those searching for information in search engines like Google. It is just a convenience and has no deeper meaning. If you have come through such an experience, YOU are a Survivor! It was not your fault. You are not alone! Axios!
A Question of Trust
At the SCARS Institute, we invite you to do your own research on the topics we speak about and publish, Our team investigates the subject being discussed, especially when it comes to understanding the scam victims-survivors experience. You can do Google searches but in many cases, you will have to wade through scientific papers and studies. However, remember that biases and perspectives matter and influence the outcome. Regardless, we encourage you to explore these topics as thoroughly as you can for your own awareness.
Statement About Victim Blaming
Some of our articles discuss various aspects of victims. This is both about better understanding victims (the science of victimology) and their behaviors and psychology. This helps us to educate victims/survivors about why these crimes happened and to not blame themselves, better develop recovery programs, and to help victims avoid scams in the future. At times this may sound like blaming the victim, but it does not blame scam victims, we are simply explaining the hows and whys of the experience victims have.
These articles, about the Psychology of Scams or Victim Psychology – meaning that all humans have psychological or cognitive characteristics in common that can either be exploited or work against us – help us all to understand the unique challenges victims face before, during, and after scams, fraud, or cybercrimes. These sometimes talk about some of the vulnerabilities the scammers exploit. Victims rarely have control of them or are even aware of them, until something like a scam happens and then they can learn how their mind works and how to overcome these mechanisms.
Articles like these help victims and others understand these processes and how to help prevent them from being exploited again or to help them recover more easily by understanding their post-scam behaviors. Learn more about the Psychology of Scams at www.ScamPsychology.org
Psychology Disclaimer:
All articles about psychology and the human brain on this website are for information & education only
The information provided in this article is intended for educational and self-help purposes only and should not be construed as a substitute for professional therapy or counseling.
While any self-help techniques outlined herein may be beneficial for scam victims seeking to recover from their experience and move towards recovery, it is important to consult with a qualified mental health professional before initiating any course of action. Each individual’s experience and needs are unique, and what works for one person may not be suitable for another.
Additionally, any approach may not be appropriate for individuals with certain pre-existing mental health conditions or trauma histories. It is advisable to seek guidance from a licensed therapist or counselor who can provide personalized support, guidance, and treatment tailored to your specific needs.
If you are experiencing significant distress or emotional difficulties related to a scam or other traumatic event, please consult your doctor or mental health provider for appropriate care and support.
Also read our SCARS Institute Statement about Professional Care for Scam Victims – click here to go to our ScamsNOW.com website.
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