Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has apprehended Oluyomi Omobolanle Bombata, widely known as "Bobo Chicago," for his alleged involvement in a sophisticated $2.8 million email scam and money laundering operation.
The arrest took place on Wednesday, November 20, in Chicago, Illinois.
Bombata, a 25-year-old Nigerian national, previously resided in the Houston metro area before relocating to Chicago.
His extravagant lifestyle and suspicious financial activities drew the attention of federal agents, leading to an arrest warrant issued in Oklahoma.
According to the FBI, Bombata's criminal activities involved hacking into multiple companies' and individuals' accounts within the Eastern District of Oklahoma jurisdiction.
Investigators have linked $2.8 million in illicit funds to Bombata.
Notably, over $300,000 was funneled to a well-known liquor store in the United States, implicating the store owner in the fraudulent scheme.
The FBI report stated, "Due to his extravagant lifestyle, he was arrested based on an arrest warrant issued in Oklahoma following several criminal complaints filed against him."
Bombata is currently facing a five-count charge, including wire fraud, conspiracy, and unlawful monetary transactions.
His co-conspirator has also been detained by law enforcement agents. This case underscores the ongoing cybersecurity threats and highlights the complexities of international fraud schemes.
It also emphasizes the importance of digital crime prevention and cross-border law enforcement collaboration.
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