An 80-year-old woman is in police custody. She has been arrested for allegedly engaging in land fraud.
The Ghana Police Service states she is accused of selling one plot of land to more than one buyer. This practice is known as multiple sale fraud.
The arrest was made following investigations into complaints received by the police. The specific location of the alleged fraud is currently under investigation.
Authorities are examining all documents related to the disputed land. This includes verifying ownership records and previous sale agreements.
The investigation aims to determine the extent of the fraud and identify all victims.
The woman is expected to be processed before the courts once investigations are complete.
The Ghana Police Service encourages the public to exercise due diligence when purchasing land.
Verifying land titles with the Lands Commission can prevent falling victim to such schemes.