Police officers in Odumase-Krobo have stopped a crime involving a large amount of fake money. They arrested three people on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
The suspects had over one million US dollars in counterfeit currency. This large sum was discovered during an operation led by Detective Corporal Williams Asante.
The Eastern Regional Police command confirmed the arrests. They happened after police received important information about the fake money syndicate.
During the arrest, the suspects tried to give the police GH¢200,000. This was an attempt to bribe the officers.
The police rejected the bribe. They took the suspects and the fake money into custody.
Further investigations are being conducted by the Odumase-Krobo Police Command.
The operation shows the police commitment to fighting financial crimes.
It also highlights the danger of counterfeit currency which can harm the economy.