KwaZulu-Natal / Investment fraud
Woman appeals for return of money needed for her future
Ria Venter has made a public appeal for the return of money she says was taken from her, saying she needs it for her future.
Ria Venter has made a public appeal for the return of money she says was taken from her during a financial transaction.
In an emotional message, Venter addressed Tian van Wyk Stassen directly and asked him to repay her.
“Please give my money back to me. I really need it for my future.”
Ria Venter
The brief appeal highlights the personal consequences of disputed financial transactions, particularly when the money involved forms part of a person’s plans for retirement or future financial security.
The video does not specify how much money was involved or provide further details about the transaction.
Right of reply
Van Wyk Stassen’s response was not included in the clip, and Venter’s allegation has not been tested in court. Gatvol has invited him to respond.
Warning signs for consumers
- Disputed transactions where the seller is unresponsive
- Pressure to complete payments before verifying the product or service
- Difficulty obtaining refunds after discovering problems
- Reliance on retirement or essential savings for high-risk purchases
- Verbal promises that are not documented in writing
Consumers who believe money was wrongly taken can approach the National Consumer Commission, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority or the police. Gatvol publishes allegations that have not yet been tested in court only after giving the party named a right of reply.
Background on the record
Allegations have not been tested in court. Parties named in the complaints are given a right of reply.