Chaotic Scenes at Gbese District Court As Abu Trica Is Whisked Away by Authorities After Hearing
- Confusion broke out at the Gbese District Court on December 23, 2025, after Abu Trica and his co-accused were escorted by police to jail following a hearing
- The embattled Swedru socialite appeared in court over allegations of being involved in a romance fraud scheme, and his pending extradition to the US
- Abu Trica, whose real name is Frederick Kumi, was arrested on December 11, 2025, after a joint operation between Ghanaian and US security authorities
- In an interview with YEN.com.gh, journalist Stella Annan addressed the ongoing discussions surrounding the arrest and trial of businessman Abu Trica
Chaos erupted at the Gbese District Court as Swedru-based businessman Abu Trica and his co-accused were whisked away after a hearing.
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The embattled businessman appeared before the court on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, in relation to his extradition to the United States of America (USA) on allegations of fraud.
The opulent socialite, whose real name is Frederick Kumi, was arrested in a joint operation between the FBI and Ghanaian security agencies on Thursday, December 11, 2025.
According to an unsealed US Justice Department indictment, he is facing charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, money laundering conspiracy, and a forfeiture specification.
He faces up to 20 years in prison after he was accused of being part of a syndicate that used artificial intelligence (AI) to create fake profiles and target elderly American victims.
"Perpetrators of this romance scam used Artificial Intelligence software to assume false identities and form close personal relationships with victims. They gained victims’ trust to obtain money and valuables, often targeting individuals through social media and online dating platforms under false pretences. Victims were often elderly and engaged in romantic but physically distant relationships with perpetrators." the Justice Department said in a statement.
"The perpetrators built trust through frequent conversations by phone, email, and messaging platforms. They then requested money or valuables under false pretenses, such as urgent medical needs, travel expenses, or investment opportunities. Relying on these misrepresentations, victims were persuaded to send funds or valuables, which were then directed to co-conspirators posing as third parties," it added.
Abu Trica arrives at Gbese District Court
A video of the businessman arriving at the Gbese District Court with a tight police presence grabbed attention on social media on December 23.
The video, shared by Instagram blogger GH Brain, showed Abu Trica dressed in a black shirt and a black cap with a piece of clothing to cover his face.
After his hearing, the case was adjourned to January 13, 2026.
A video of Abu Trica leaving the court premises has stirred reactions on social media, as it showed the businessman and his accomplices being rushed into a police car to be taken back to jail as chaotic scenes unfolded around them.
The TikTok video is below.
Journalist addresses Abu Trica's arrest and trial
In an interview with YEN.com.gh, journalist Stella Annan addressed the debate over the Ghanaian government's decision to arrest and detain Abu Trica at the behest of the US government.
Anna called for more reciprocity from the US in handing over Ghanaians suspected of crimes who are hiding in the United States.
"While the fight against fraud is laudable, it would also be prudent to strike a deal with the USA, given that we have made our citizens available for a crime they committed against their citizens. We should now pursue the extradition of our citizens such as the former finance minister to bring him back to face the law. We should test the principle of cooperation to see how it goes," she said.
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Supporters call for Abu Trica's release
Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that Abu Trica's supporters, mostly from Swedru, called for the businessman to be released from custody.
In a trending video, one supporter who addressed the media said that the embattled socialite was innocent and was being held against his will.
The businessman's supporter also expressed confidence that God would intervene and ensure the release of the popular online influencer.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
