The Ghana Police Service has arrested a 45-year-old content creator after he alleged that some night patrol officers mingle with commercial sex workers at Asafo during working hours.
Identified as Isaac Boafo, he is facing charges of publication of false news with intent to cause fear and panic.
A statement issued by the police said the suspect admitted to publishing the video ‘solely to attract views and online engagement’.
“He further admitted that he could not substantiate the claims made against the officers. The suspect also acknowledged making comments concerning the President of the Republic for the purpose of content creation and admitted that he could not defend those statements.”
According to the police, he has been formally charged and detained to assist with further investigations.
The service used the occasion to caution the public against the publication and circulation of false information, particularly on social media, as such acts have the potential to cause unnecessary fear, panic, and reputational damage.
It vowed that persons found engaging in such conduct will be dealt with in accordance with the law.
Story by Hajara Fuseini
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opemsuo.com