Fugitive ‘Chad’ Finally Busted: Convicted Fraudster Arrested at Airport After 5 Years on the Run
Eric Afoakwa, a convicted fraudster known as 'Chad,' has been arrested at an airport in Ghana after five years as a fugitive. He was previously sentenced to eight years in prison for financial crimes including money laundering and forgery.
Why it matters
The arrest marks the conclusion of a long-standing search for a high-profile financial criminal, demonstrating the effectiveness of local law enforcement cooperation.
The Ghana Police Service has arrested Eric Afoakwa , popularly known as "Chad" , who had been on the run after being convicted in absentia by the Accra High Court for multiple financial crimes.
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