Two Ghanaian brothers and a woman from the United States have been indicted in connection with an alleged romance fraud scheme that reportedly targeted elderly Americans through online dating platforms and social media.
United States prosecutors identified the suspects as Jamal Abubakari, Kamal Abubakari, and Amanda Joy Opoku-Boachie. The trio was arrested in Virginia and is currently in custody pending further legal proceedings.
According to court documents, the suspects allegedly created fake online identities to establish romantic relationships with victims before convincing them to send money through wire transfers.
Prosecutors allege that part of the funds obtained from the victims was transferred to accomplices based in Ghana and other countries.
The defendants are facing charges bordering on conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Authorities say investigations into the alleged fraud network are ongoing.
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