Police in Odumase-Krobo, Eastern Region, arrested three men for allegedly printing fake United States dollars. The suspects are Ebenezer Natsu, aged 20, George Attor, 48, and Bishop Robert Olertey, 54.
The arrests were made after police raided a hideout the suspects were using in the Laasi area. Investigations are ongoing into the full extent of their operation.
A quantity of counterfeit US dollars was seized during the raid. The exact amount of fake currency found is part of the ongoing police investigation.
The Ghana Police Service confirmed the arrests and the seizure of the counterfeit money. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.
The suspects are currently being held at the Odumase-Krobo police station. They will face charges related to counterfeiting currency.
This operation is part of broader efforts by law enforcement to combat financial crimes and protect the integrity of currency within the region.
Authorities urge the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities related to counterfeit money.
The investigation aims to uncover any potential networks involved in the production and distribution of the fake currency.