Police in Odumase-Krobo have arrested three men accused of printing fake U.S. dollars. The arrests were made in the Laasi area after officers raided a hideout.
The suspects are identified as Ebenezer Natsu, aged 20, George Attor, aged 48, and Bishop Robert Olertey, aged 54. They were taken into custody by the Eastern Region police.
During the raid on their hideout, police seized a quantity of counterfeit U.S. dollars. The operation aimed to disrupt criminal activities involving fake currency.
The seized counterfeit notes were discovered by the police during the operation. Further details about the exact amount of fake currency found have not yet been released.
Authorities are investigating the extent of the operation and the network involved in the alleged counterfeiting ring. The police stated that the investigation is ongoing.
This operation is part of ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat financial crimes and protect the public from fraudulent activities. The suspects will face legal proceedings.