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Ghanaian twin brothers and US woman plead guilty to $9m romance scam
Publication: BBC News
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Source published: 27/10/2026, 18:43:41 UTC
Briefing created: 28/10/2026, 05:35:35 UTC
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Briefings
Two Ghanaian men and a US woman pleaded guilty to a $9 million romance scam targeting elderly victims across the US and Europe. The group lured seniors into romantic relationships and coerced them into transferring large sums of money. This case highlights the scale of international romance scams involving financial fraud against vulnerable populations.
Key points
- Two Ghanaian men and one US woman pleaded guilty to a $9 million romance scam targeting elderly victims across the US and Europe.
- The group lured seniors into romantic relationships and coerced them into transferring large sums of money.
Context
This case represents a significant international romance scam involving financial fraud against vulnerable populations, with victims spanning multiple continents.
Limitations
Evidence is limited to the specific details of the guilty plea and the scope of the scam; no specific dates of victim contact, amounts transferred, or names of victims are provided.
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