MOCA Arrested Suspect in $47.5M Phishing Scam at NCB. The Major Organized Crime and Anti-Corruption Agency (MOCA) in Kingston, Jamaica, has arrested a suspect linked to the ongoing $47.5 million phishing scam involving the National Commercial Bank (NCB).
Still, the authorities have not disclosed the woman’s name. She was apprehended at her home in Clarendon Park, Clarendon. This occurred during a targeted operation conducted on Thursday, July 10, 2025. This joint operation involved MOCA, the Clarendon police, and the Jamaica Defense Force.
Major Basil Jarrett is the Director of Communications at MOCA. He stated that investigators believe the woman is part of an organized criminal syndicate. This syndicate is responsible for the theft.
During the search of the suspect’s home, authorities recovered several items of evidentiary value.
According to Major Jarrett, MOCA is unwavering in its commitment to combating cyber-enabled financial crimes. This arrest demonstrates that fact. Jarrett stated these points in a media release on Friday. “We are dedicated to bringing offenders to justice, but we can’t do it alone. Strong partnerships and public cooperation are vital in dismantling these complex criminal networks. We encourage anyone with information about this or other similar cybercrimes to come ahead and help us.”
MOCA dismantles organized crime syndicate
To date, MOCA has arrested at least a dozen individuals in connection with this cybercrime. This crime has defrauded NCB customers of over $47 million.
Major Jarrett reported that the criminals stole more than $47 million from 16 accounts at NCB. Members of an organized crime syndicate perpetrated the phishing.
Additionally, MOCA said the criminals committed the offenses between April and June 2022. They transferred the stolen funds to various beneficiary accounts. Then, the beneficiaries either withdrew the funds or transferred them to other banks.
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