A 35-year-old man has been arrested by the Ashanti Regional Police. He is accused of pretending to be a military officer.
The suspect allegedly defrauded a businessman of GH¢26,000. The Ghana Police Service is investigating the matter.
According to a police statement, the suspect promised the victim a drilling machine and two tipper trucks. These items were never delivered to the businessman.
The incident reportedly took place in the Ashanti Region. Authorities are working to gather all evidence.
The arrest followed a complaint from the defrauded businessman. He reported the alleged fraud to the police.
The police have not yet released the suspect's name. He is currently in police custody.
Further investigation will determine the full details of the case. This includes how the fraud was carried out.
The Ashanti Regional Police are urging the public to be cautious of such dealings. They advise citizens to verify identities and business propositions carefully.