A man is in police custody in Accra. He is accused of pretending to be a pastor. This was to get money from church members and others.
The Ghana Police Service stated that the suspect asked for money. He promised good things spiritually in return for the cash. This is known as fraud.
Authorities have cautioned the public. They are asked to be watchful. Many scam artists use fake promises to steal from people.
The arrest took place in Accra. The exact location within Accra was not specified by police.
The investigation is ongoing. Police are working to find out how many people may have been tricked.
This type of crime hurts trust within communities. It also causes financial loss to victims.
Police are encouraging anyone with information to come forward. They want to help prevent further harm.
People should be cautious of individuals asking for large sums of money, especially with promises of spiritual intervention.