Businessman Charged with Defrauding Police Officer Over Auctioned Vehicles
George Adu-Twum, a 46-year-old businessman, has been accused of defrauding a police officer out of GH¢72,000 for two auctioned vehicles. He pleaded not guilty, and the case is adjourned until April 2025 with bail set at GH¢75,000. Adu-Twum, who allegedly collected the funds in 2021, was arrested in January 2025 after hiding from authorities.
A businessman, aged 46, named George Adu-Twum, is facing allegations of fraud after purportedly collecting GH¢72,000 from a police officer under the false pretense of securing two auctioned vehicles. The incident unfolded in 2021, leading to Adu-Twum’s appearance in Circuit Court, where he pleaded not guilty to the charges. The presiding judge, Mr. Isaac Addo, granted bail to the defendant totaling GH¢75,000 with the requirement of two sureties. The court has subsequently adjourned the case until April 7, 2025, directing the prosecution to ensure compliance with disclosure regulations.
Chief Inspector Daniel Ofori-Appiah, representing the prosecution, indicated that the complainant, whose identity remains confidential, was a police officer living in Weija SCC, Accra. The accused, claiming to be a businessman, resides in Weija Gbawe, Accra. In 2021, the officer sought a Toyota Pickup and a Hyundai i30 for his relatives, prompting him to consult a friend who linked him to Adu-Twum.
The prosecution detailed that during a meeting at Abelemkpe, the complainant was shown a Toyota Hilux and a Hyundai i30 which were stated to be auctioned. Due to competitive interest in the vehicles, Adu-Twum stated immediate payment was necessary. Subsequently, a total of GH¢72,000 was arranged; GH¢40,000 was paid at the accused’s office and GH¢32,000 at the complainant’s office at the Ministries. Adu-Twum assured the officer that the vehicles would be available within a week.
After receiving the funds, Adu-Twum allegedly evaded authorities, only to be apprehended on January 15, 2025. During the investigation, he returned GH¢25,000 of the funds to the complainant, as per information presented in court.
In summary, George Adu-Twum faces serious fraud allegations for allegedly defrauding a police officer of GH¢72,000 concerning auctioned vehicles. The case has been adjourned until April 2025, with Adu-Twum granted bail. The prosecution continues to gather evidence regarding the alleged fraudulent activities, as the investigation unfolds further.
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