Police have arrested a 20-year-old woman named Promise Yayra Asamani. She is accused of publishing false information online. The police stated this caused serious harm to an Uber driver.
The arrest was carried out by the Ghana Police Service's Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team. This happened after an Uber driver filed a complaint. The woman allegedly posted damaging false information about him on social media.
Police stated the post went viral. It led to significant damage to the Uber driver's reputation. It also negatively affected his ability to earn money. The Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team is responsible for investigating online crimes.
Authorities are looking into the full details of the alleged online post. They are also investigating the extent of the harm caused to the Uber driver. The police did not provide specific details about the alleged false information.
This action highlights the serious consequences of spreading misinformation online. The Ghana Police Service is working to combat cybercrimes. This includes false publications that harm individuals.