An 80-year-old woman has lost GHC50,000 to a mobile money scam in the Western Region. The incident occurred recently.
The woman was reportedly tricked by fraudsters into sending the money through mobile transactions. Details of how the scam was executed have not been fully disclosed.
Police in the Western Region are aware of the case and have begun an investigation. They are trying to track down the individuals responsible for the fraud.
Authorities are warning the public to be extremely careful with unsolicited phone calls and messages. Scammers often use deceptive tactics to gain trust and steal money.
Residents are advised not to share personal information or mobile money PINs with anyone they do not know. Such information can be used to access and empty accounts.
The Ghana Police Service is working to combat the rising number of mobile money scams across the country. They encourage anyone who falls victim to report it immediately.
This incident highlights the need for continued public education on cybersecurity and fraud prevention. Seniors are often targeted due to increased vulnerability.
The police are appealing to anyone with information related to this scam to come forward. The investigation is ongoing.