An investment scam has led to an 80-year-old woman in Kumasi losing GH₵20,000.

The woman was allegedly promised significant returns on her investment.

The promised returns did not materialise, and the investment was found to be fraudulent.

The Ghana Police Service has confirmed that an investigation into the scam has been launched.

The perpetrators have not yet been identified.

This incident highlights the vulnerability of some citizens to financial fraud.

Authorities are urging the public to be cautious of investment schemes promising unusually high returns.

Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.