An 80-year-old woman has lost GHC50,000 after falling victim to an online scam. The incident occurred recently in Ghana.
The perpetrator reportedly deceived the woman by pretending to be a relative in urgent need of funds. This tactic convinced her to transfer the significant sum.
The Ghana Police Service has been notified of the fraudulent activity. An investigation into the matter is currently underway.
This scam highlights the vulnerability of some individuals to online fraudsters. Authorities are reminding the public to be cautious of unsolicited requests for money, especially online.