Acording to the report by TV3 GH today Sunday, in Tamale Central, Ghana – a shocking case of suspected financial fraud has rocked Tamale Central after a bank teller, Kofi Adjei, was caught with a staggering GHS 900,000 in unexplained cash hidden inside his house.
The arrest happened today, Sunday, following a tip-off from a concerned resident.
According to police reports, Kofi Adjei, who works at a well-known commercial bank in Tamale, had been under surveillance for weeks after financial irregularities were detected at his branch.
The situation escalated when an anonymous whistleblower informed the police about suspicious cash movements linked to him.
DSP Richmond Amoah, the Tamale Central District Police Commander, spoke to the media after the arrest.
“We received credible intelligence that Mr. Adjei was hiding large sums of money in his residence. A team of officers conducted a search, and we discovered bundles of cash amounting to GHS 900,000 hidden inside a wardrobe, under his bed, and even in kitchen cabinets,” he stated.
When confronted, Kofi Adjei was visibly shaken and struggled to explain the source of the money.
“Officer, I swear I was only keeping it for someone. This is not stolen money,” he pleaded as police officers handcuffed him.
However, bank officials confirmed that the missing amount matched discrepancies in their records over the past month.
According to Mr. Samuel Boateng, the branch manager, internal investigations had pointed to Kofi Adjei’s suspicious transactions.
“We noticed consistent shortages in our accounts and launched an internal audit. Kofi was questioned last week, but he denied any wrongdoing. Today’s discovery confirms our worst fears,” he said.
Neighbors in the area were stunned by the revelation. One resident, Auntie Afia, who witnessed the police raid, expressed disbelief.
“I always knew Kofi was doing well, but I never suspected anything illegal. Just last month, he bought a new car and was planning to travel abroad,” she remarked.
As investigations continue, authorities have urged the public to report suspicious financial activities.
DSP Amoah warned, “This should serve as a lesson. No one is above the law. If you steal from the public, you will be caught.”
Kofi Adjei remains in police custody as officers prepare to charge him with financial fraud and possible money laundering.