Police arrested 20-year-old Promise Yayra Asamani. She is accused of publishing false news on social media.
The arrest happened on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The accusation was made against a 43-year-old Uber driver named Selasie Kwaku Anthonio.
Mr. Anthonio reported the incident to the Inspector-General of Police’s Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team. This was after a post on Snapchat featuring his photograph went viral.
The post falsely alleged that Mr. Anthonio was a murderer. This caused distress to the Uber driver.
Ms. Asamani was taken into custody for interrogation. She was later granted police enquiry bail.
The Ghana Police Service is investigating the matter further. The focus is on the spread of false information online.
This incident highlights the dangers of social media misinformation. It can harm individuals and damage reputations without basis.
Authorities are reminding the public to verify information before sharing. Spreading false claims can lead to legal consequences.