The arrests were carried out in the early hours of today following coordinated, intelligence-led operations that uncovered what authorities described as a well-organised cybercrime ring specialising in romance fraud.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the syndicate primarily targeted victims outside Ghana, with a particular focus on individuals in Thailand and Japan.

In a statement, the CSA said the joint operation resulted in the seizure of 31 laptops and 15 mobile phones, which were believed to have been used to facilitate illicit activities.

The suspects are currently in custody, assisting with investigations, while the seized electronic devices have been forwarded for detailed forensic examination to support ongoing inquiries.

Officials stated that the operation is part of sustained national efforts to disrupt cybercriminal networks operating within Ghana and to protect the country’s digital ecosystem from abuse.

Cyber-enabled fraud, particularly romance scams, continues to pose significant risks to individuals and Ghana’s international digital reputation, necessitating decisive and coordinated action by state security agencies.

Romance fraud typically involves criminals creating fake online identities to build emotional relationships with unsuspecting victims, who are then manipulated into sending money or sensitive personal information.

The CSA said such crimes often have cross-border dimensions, making collaboration among national security institutions critical to their detection and prosecution.

The authority reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with National Security, law enforcement agencies and international partners to combat cybercrime and related offences.

It urged the public to remain vigilant in their online interactions and to report suspicious activities through the appropriate channels.

Individuals were also encouraged to exercise caution when engaging with unknown persons on social media and other digital platforms, particularly where financial requests or the sharing of personal information is involved.