Two Ghanaian brothers and a U.S.-based woman have been indicted in the United States over their alleged roles in a romance fraud and money laundering scheme that reportedly targeted elderly Americans through online dating platforms and social media.
The latest indictment adds to a growing list of romance scam cases involving Ghanaian nationals as U.S. authorities widen efforts to dismantle international fraud networks.
According to U.S. federal court documents, Jamal Abubakari, popularly known as “Arrangement,” his brother Kamal Abubakari, and Amanda Joy Opoku-Boachie have been charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering.
The three suspects were reportedly arrested in Virginia and remain in custody pending further court proceedings.
Prosecutors allege that between July 2024 and April 2026, the accused used fake online identities to build romantic relationships with elderly victims on dating websites and social media platforms.
Investigators say the victims were emotionally manipulated into sending money to accounts controlled by members of the fraud network.
Authorities further claim that portions of the funds were later transferred to accomplices in Ghana and other countries.
The case is part of a broader U.S. crackdown on romance fraud syndicates with alleged links to Ghana.
American prosecutors say several related investigations have already resulted in convictions and lengthy prison sentences.
In one of the earlier cases, Frederick Kumi and Daniel Yussif were charged in December 2025 with similar offences involving conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering.
Authorities say investigations into cross-border online fraud operations remain ongoing.
