Two brothers from Ghana and a U.S.-based woman have been indicted in the United States over their alleged involvement in a romance fraud and money laundering network that reportedly targeted elderly Americans through dating websites and social media.
According to U.S. prosecutors in Cleveland, 22-year-old twins Jamal Abubakari and Kamal Abubakari, together with 53-year-old Amanda Joy Opoku-Boachie, allegedly used fake online identities to build romantic relationships with victims between July 2024 and April 2026.
Investigators say victims were manipulated with false stories and persuaded to send money through wire transfers to accounts controlled by members of the conspiracy. Portions of the funds were allegedly transferred to accomplices in Ghana and other countries.
The three suspects were arrested in Virginia and remain in custody awaiting further court proceedings.
U.S. authorities say the case is part of a broader crackdown on romance fraud schemes linked to Ghana, with several other suspects already convicted or awaiting sentencing. Nine individuals connected to related cases have collectively received nearly 50 years in prison.
By: Bernard Mensah |Planbfmonline.com
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