Two Ghanaian twin brothers, identified as Jamal Abubakari, also known as “Arrangement,” and Kamal Abubakari, also known as “Lancaster,” alongside a U.S.-based woman, Amanda Joy Opoku-Boachie, have been indicted in the United States over an alleged romance fraud and money laundering scheme targeting elderly Americans.
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, the suspects allegedly used fake online identities on dating sites and social media platforms to build romantic relationships with victims before convincing them to send money through wire transfers.
Authorities say the operation was active between July 2024 and April 2026, with portions of the funds allegedly transferred to accomplices in Ghana and other countries.
The suspects were arrested in Virginia and remain in custody pending court proceedings. The FBI Cleveland Division led the investigation with support from several Ghanaian and U.S. security agencies.
U.S. prosecutors noted that the indictment is only an allegation, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
