Omeca Primo, the proprietress of Primo’s Imports and Taxi Service, has been remanded to prison after appearing before Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court on Friday. She faces 13 fraud-related charges for allegedly collecting over $11.3 million from customers, promising to deliver vehicles but failing to do so or provide refunds. Primo, who pleaded not guilty, is accused of deceiving more than 50 victims.
The charges stem from complaints made against Primo’s company, where customers paid for vehicles that were never delivered. The fraud involved reselling cars she purchased on credit from larger local auto sales dealerships. According to reports, Primo reportedly failed to honour her financial obligations to these dealerships, leading to repossession of vehicles, including from a young man whose car was seized despite him making monthly payments to Primo.
The investigation revealed that the 36-year-old was allegedly involved in these fraudulent practices for months, prompting the Anti-Fraud Unit of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to take over the case. In total, more than 18 complaints have been lodged, with victims hailing from various regions including Three, Four, Five, six, and 10.
Primo’s next court appearance is scheduled for November 8, where more charges are anticipated. Her lawyer represented her in court on Friday, but she was denied bail due to the gravity of the allegations and the ongoing investigation.
The Anti-Fraud Unit is urging anyone who may have done business with Primo and has not yet received their vehicle or a refund to come forward and report their cases to the nearest police station. Police sources have indicated that additional charges may be brought against Primo as the investigation widens.
Persons with information or unresolved transactions involving Primo’s company are encouraged to contact the police immediately, as authorities aim to bring justice to the victims of the alleged fraud. (G8)
