A man is in police custody in Kumasi. He is 35 years old. He is accused of pretending to be a police officer.
The suspect allegedly approached drivers. He demanded money from them while claiming to be an officer. This happened on roads in Kumasi.
Plainclothes police officers arrested the man. They acted on a tip from the public. The arrest took place recently.
The Ghana Police Service is investigating the matter. They are looking into how long this activity has been going on.
Authorities are reminding the public to be cautious. They should verify the identity of anyone claiming to be a police officer, especially when money is involved.
The suspect will face charges related to impersonation and extortion.