Police in Kasungu have arrested a 41-year-old primary school teacher. The teacher is accused of faking his own death.
Francis Peter Mtema, who teaches at Kalimanyungu School, is alleged to have used false death documents. This was reportedly done to stop salary deductions for a loan.
A woman who claimed to be Mtema's wife informed Select Financial Services Limited of his supposed death.
The financial company then stopped deducting loan payments from his salary.
Police have confirmed the arrest and are investigating the matter further.
The Ghana Police Service is looking into the details of the alleged scheme.
This incident highlights a new method used to avoid financial obligations.
Authorities are reminding the public that such actions carry serious legal consequences.