Ghanaian social media influencer Abu Trica whose real name is either Frederick Kumi Emmanuel or Kojo Baah Obeng has been indicted by US prosecutors for allegedly helping in the defrauding of elderly Americans of more than $8 million.
Abu Trica, who is known for his luxurious lifestyle and is currently in police jail for scamming US US citizens, was arrested in Ghana by police in a joint operation with FBI authorities on Thursday, December 11, 2025.
According to prosecutors, he could possibly face up to 20 years in prison
The unsealed documents from the Ohio Northern District Court on Justice.gov reveals that, Trica was accused of joining a romantic scam network that has existed since 2023.
It was added in the papers that, he used Ai-generated identities to deceive victims on social media and dating platforms.
The group allegedly gained victims’ trust and solicited funds through fabricated emergencies and investment claims. Many Ghanaian online reportages including Mynewsgh.com and GhanaWeb also reported
Prosecutors say he helped move money from Ohio to co-conspirators in Ghana and elsewhere.
He is charged with wire-fraud conspiracy, money-laundering conspiracy, and a forfeiture count, carrying potential penalties of up to 20 years in prison.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office noted: “The indictment is only a charge and is not evidence of guilt. The defendant is entitled to a fair trial, in which the government must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.”
The FBI’s Cleveland Division is leading the case, with support from U.S. federal agencies and Ghanaian institutions including the Attorney General’s Office, EOCO, the Ghana Police Service, and the Cyber Security Authority.
Abu Tricia’s arrest comes a few month after his fellow Ghanaian business mogul Kofi Boat was apprehended and jailed for similar scam-related actions.
The Swedru big boy will appear in court, but the date and time of his trial have not yet been decided.
More details dropping soon…
SOURCE: hellovybes.com
