Samuel Karikari, popularly known as Koo Ofori from ‘Efiewura’, has been reportedly arrested by the Ghana Police Service.
According to reports, Koo Ofori was arrested for defrauding a U.S.-based Ghanaian of $50,000.
Reports from Kasoa-based radio suggest the victim in California transferred the said amount to Koo-Ofori for a genuine investment opening.
However, the information gathered suggests Koo-Ofori allegedly absconded with the money, failing to fulfil any investment commitments.
According to court documents, sighted the veteran actor defaulted on payments and failed to appear before the Dansoman District Court on April 17, 2025
In a viral video shared on social media, Koo-Ofori was spotted handcuffed to the court.
The case has since been rescheduled for Monday, May 12, 2025, with the court failing to convene.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service has stated that the veteran actor will remain in custody.
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Veteran Ghanaian actor and ‘Efie Wura’ TV show star, Koo Fori arrested over alleged fraud.
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