EOCO rescues 39 victims in Hohoe anti-trafficking operation, investigates suspected travel fraud syndicate

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), in collaboration with the Ghana Police Service, has rescued 39 persons during an intelligence-led operation targeting an alleged human trafficking and travel fraud syndicate operating in Hohoe in the Volta Region.

According to the Office, dismantling criminal networks that prey on vulnerable people remains a priority, particularly as fraudulent recruitment and fake overseas travel schemes continue to pose significant risks across the sub-region.

The operation, conducted on Sunday, July 19, forms part of EOCO's ongoing efforts to dismantle organised criminal networks involved in fraudulent overseas recruitment schemes and the exploitation of vulnerable individuals.