A Nigerian-American woman described as a well-known Lagos socialite has been arrested in Wake County, North Carolina, over allegations of a sophisticated financial fraud involving more than $247,000.
The suspect, identified as Roseline Iyewande Ajeshola, a resident of Katy, Texas, was taken into custody following an investigation by the Morrisville Police Department. Authorities allege that Ajeshola falsely presented herself as a financial broker and convinced a victim to transfer substantial sums of money under false pretenses.
According to arrest warrants obtained by investigators, Ajeshola is facing four felony counts of Obtaining Property by False Pretense, each classified as a Class C felony under North Carolina law.
Detectives allege that the suspect instructed the victim to send money into a bank account under her control, after which the funds were allegedly redirected to another recipient. Court documents detail four separate transfers believed to be linked to the alleged scheme:
- $52,000
- $130,000
- $60,000
- $5,000
The transactions reportedly occurred on February 26, 2025, bringing the total amount involved to over $247,000.
Following her arrest, Ajeshola’s mugshot surfaced online and quickly went viral, drawing widespread attention on social media platforms as investigations continue. Law enforcement authorities say further inquiries are ongoing to determine whether there may be additional victims connected to the case.
As of the time of filing this report, no official plea has been entered, and the suspect is expected to face the charges in court in accordance with U.S. law.
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