An Accra Circuit Court has ordered that a 25-year-old man be held in custody. He is facing charges of fraud.
The court heard that the accused allegedly defrauded a Ghanaian who lives in Canada. The amount involved is GHC40,000.
The prosecution stated that the suspect used fraudulent means to obtain the money. The details of how the fraud was committed are part of the ongoing case.
The suspect, who is known locally as a 'sakawa' boy, appeared before the court. The court has set a date for his next hearing.
This case highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat financial crimes affecting Ghanaians both locally and abroad.
Further investigations into the alleged fraud are expected to continue.