A Ghanaian man has admitted to committing fraud in the United States. His name is Derrick Van Yeboah, and he also uses the name Van.
He appeared before Judge Arun Subramanian in a United States District Court. Van pleaded guilty to his part in an online fraud operation.
The court heard how Van and others tricked people through fake romantic relationships. They also used fake business emails to steal money. This was part of a large international scam.
The total amount stolen from victims is said to be over $100 million. Van himself admitted to making more than $10 million from these crimes.
His actions are part of a wider online fraud network. This operation targeted people across different countries.
Authorities have not yet announced the date for his sentencing.