Police in the Ashanti Region have arrested Joseph Mensah. He is accused of claiming to be a personal associate of Inspector General of Police George Akuffo Dampare.
Mensah allegedly used this false claim to demand money from others. The arrest was made by the Ashanti Regional Police Command.
This alleged impersonation and extortion scheme targeted unsuspecting individuals. The police are continuing their investigation into the matter.
Authorities state that such actions are criminal offenses. The police service aims to uphold the law and protect citizens from fraud.
The Ghana Police Service urges the public to be vigilant against such fraudulent activities. They encourage reporting any suspicious behavior to the nearest police station.