An elderly woman has been defrauded of GHC5,000. The incident happened in Koforidua.

The victim is 80 years old. She was reportedly contacted by a scammer.

The scammer allegedly posed as an official from a bank. This deception led the woman to part with her money.

The loss of GHC5,000 has been reported to the authorities. Investigations are expected to follow.

This incident highlights the ongoing risks of online financial fraud. Citizens are encouraged to be cautious of unsolicited calls or messages related to their bank accounts.