Police in Accra have arrested a man. He is accused of pretending to be a police officer online.
The suspect allegedly ran a scam where he tricked people into giving him money. He used his fake police identity to gain their trust.
The cybercrime unit of the Ghana Police Service carried out the arrest.
The police are continuing their investigation into the online scheme.
This arrest follows a warning from cybersecurity officials about rising online scams.
Impersonating police officers is a serious crime.
Authorities urge the public to be cautious of online requests for money.
Residents should verify identities before sending funds to anyone online, especially if they claim to be law enforcement.