The Cybercrime Unit of the Ghana Police Service in Assin Fosu has arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with a mobile money fraud involving more than GH¢40,000.Best smartphone
The suspect, identified as Frederick Doomson, is alleged to have defrauded a mobile money vendor at Assin Asaman in the Central Region.
According to the Assembly Member for the area, Gregory Gyakye, the fraud was carried out through a phone call in which the suspects posed as fellow MoMo operators. The caller mentioned the name of a familiar business associate to gain the vendor’s trust before requesting a transfer of GH¢40,000 to a specified number.
Believing the request to be genuine, the vendor made the transfer but later realised she had been deceived.
The incident was reported to the Cybercrime Unit of the Central North Regional Police Command, which launched an intelligence-led investigation.
Police say the operation led to the arrest of Frederick Doomson, who claimed to be a resident of Assin Darmang in the Assin South District. During interrogation, he allegedly admitted to receiving GH¢4,440 as his share of the proceeds.
Two other suspects believed to be involved in the scam are currently on the run, and police say efforts are underway to apprehend them.
Speaking to Ghone News, Mr Gyakye commended the Cybercrime Unit for its swift response and professionalism, despite what he described as logistical challenges faced by the team.
“This is not the first time they have demonstrated their efficiency,” he said, adding that he had previously witnessed the unit track and arrest suspects involved in a separate fraud case within a short period.
He appealed to authorities and the public to support the Cybercrime Unit with adequate resources to strengthen the fight against cyber-related crimes.
Mr Gyakye also urged mobile money vendors and the general public to exercise caution when conducting electronic transactions, advising them to verify requests thoroughly to avoid falling victim to fraud.
