Police have arrested a 20-year-old woman named Promise Yayra Asamani. The arrest was made by the Inspector-General of Police’s Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team. She is accused of publishing false information on social media.
The incident began on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. A 43-year-old Uber driver, Selasie Kwaku Anthonio, reported the issue. He alerted the Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team about a viral post on Snapchat.
The Snapchat post contained a photograph of Mr. Anthonio. It also included other content that was deemed false. The team is investigating the full extent of the publication.
This action follows a complaint lodged by the Uber driver. He provided evidence to the police about the social media post.
The Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team is responsible for monitoring online activities. They act on reports of misinformation and other online crimes.
The arrest highlights the police's commitment to tackling false publications. Such posts can harm individuals and spread misinformation.
Ms. Asamani is currently in police custody. Further investigations are underway to determine the motive behind the false publication.