An elderly man in Accra has been defrauded of GHC50,000. The incident occurred after he was targeted by online scammers.
The scammers pretended to be investment managers. They tricked the pensioner into sending them money.
This incident highlights the growing threat of online fraud targeting vulnerable individuals. The Ghana Police Service has been alerted to the situation.
Police are investigating the case. They are urging the public to be extremely cautious when dealing with online investment opportunities.
The public is advised to verify the legitimacy of any investment claims before parting with money. Official channels should always be used for financial transactions.