Police arrested a 20-year-old woman named Promise Yayra Asamani. She is accused of posting false information about an Uber driver on social media. Authorities say her posts called the driver a murderer.
The Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team of the Ghana Police Service made the arrest. This action came after Ms. Asamani did not respond to a police invitation. She was asked to assist in an ongoing investigation.
The Ghana Police Service is investigating the social media claims. The exact nature of the false information is part of this investigation.
Police are working to confirm the details of the allegations Ms. Asamani posted online. They are also examining the impact of her social media posts.
The Uber driver involved has reportedly cooperated with the authorities. Police continue to gather evidence in the case.
This incident highlights the dangers of spreading unverified information online. It also shows the police's commitment to addressing cybercrimes that harm reputations.
Ms. Asamani is currently in police custody. Further legal proceedings will depend on the outcome of the investigation.
The Ghana Police Service urges the public to be cautious about information shared on social media. They encourage reporting of potential offences through official channels.