A special unit of the Ghana Police Service has stopped a group involved in phishing. This group was operating in Takoradi.
Phishing involves tricking people online to steal their personal information. This information can then be used for fraud.
Several individuals have been arrested in connection with the syndicate. Their arrests happened in Takoradi.
Police also took away a significant amount of electronic equipment. This equipment was likely used for the phishing operations.
The operation was conducted by the Ghana Police Service's cybercrime unit.
Details about the total number of people arrested and the specifics of the equipment seized were not immediately released.
Authorities continue to investigate the extent of the syndicate's activities.
This action aims to protect citizens from online fraud and theft.