Jail term upheld for unlicensed investor who took BD80,000
He has also been ordered to repay more than BD80,000 to nine victims. The 30-year-old, employed as a sales representative, persuaded several individuals to hand over large sums in 2024.
He claimed the money would be invested in electronics and air-conditioning services.
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