Fake Gold Board taskforce duo busted for extortion spree in Western mining towns

Western Central Regional Police Command officers detained two suspects who masqueraded as Ghana Gold Board Taskforce members while targeting gold dealers across mining communities. Foster Delord, age 40, and Prince Worvi, age 38, allegedly presented themselves as former military personnel to enhance their false credentials during extortion schemes. Police recovered handcuffs, pepper spray, an electric shock device, military-style clothing, and GHS 500 in suspected stolen funds from the arrested men. The Tarkwa Circuit Court processed both defendants before authorities remanded them pending expanded investigations. Officials suspect the pair operates within a larger fraudulent network that exploits mining sector businesses through impersonation tactics.

Regional command leadership advised mining industry workers to verify credentials from anyone representing government institutions. Authentic taskforce personnel carry proper documentation and follow established protocols during official visits. Authorities pledged comprehensive investigations to eliminate criminal enterprises that damage public confidence in legitimate regulatory bodies. The arrests followed formal complaints from victims who reported the suspicious activities to local law enforcement. Police continue examining potential connections between these suspects and other fraudulent operations targeting the mining community.