Police arrest 10 suspects over cyber fraud and human trafficking in Tema

The Ghana Police Service has arrested 10 people for their alleged involvement in cyber fraud and human trafficking during an intelligence-led operation carried out by the Tema Regional Police Command.

Speaking at a media briefing on Tuesday, July 21, the Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, identified Collins Francis Olayi Ojo as the alleged ringleader behind the operation.

According to COP Donkor, preliminary investigations suggest that Ojo trafficked nine Nigerian nationals into Ghana by road and compelled them to participate in cyber-enabled fraudulent activities under his supervision.

She said the nine Nigerians have been identified as victims of human trafficking and exploitation. They have since been rescued and moved to a secure location, where they are receiving protection and support.

The other suspects arrested are Matthew Balogun, Jahid Bello, Abdul Rahman Nufizi, Talent Sinibi, Prey Morrison Lawal, Abdul Aziz, David Ogogona, Gift Prince and Kingsley Honest.

A search conducted at the premises led to the recovery of 28 laptop computers and nine mobile phones. Police said the devices have been secured and will be subjected to digital forensic analysis as investigations continue.

COP Donkor also disclosed that the prime suspect has been arraigned before the Accra High Court and remanded into police custody to assist with ongoing investigations.