FBI Disrupts Major Scam Centers in Ghana, 130+ Detained and 300+ Devices Seized
FBI Operation Blackout detained over 130 people at Ghana scam centers and seized more than 300 devices.
The FBI said Operation Blackout disrupted scam centers in Ghana, with more than 130 people arrested or detained and more than 300 devices seized. Director Kash Patel said investigators have identified 89 victims and nearly $10 million in losses so far; those amounts are identified losses, not funds recovered, and some detainees are victims to be repatriated. The announcement omitted locations, charges, nationalities, and any malware, domains, or payment indicators. Wider operation figures of about $17 billion in seized assets and $670 million in prevented losses were not attributed to Ghana alone.
- More than 130 people were detained, including victims awaiting repatriation.
- Investigators identified 89 victims and nearly $10 million in losses.
- Over 300 devices were seized, with no technical indicators released.
- Broader Operation Blackout totals are not specific to the Ghana action.
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The FBI has announced another disruption of scam centers in Ghana as part of Operation Blackout, resulting in the arrest or detention of over 130 individuals and the seizure of more than 300 devices. FBI Director Kash Patel said investigators have identified 89 victims and reported nearly $10 million in losses linked to the ongoing […]
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