Five charged with fraud and money laundering offences in Aldershot
Alleged crimes linked to a suspected romance fraud
Five individuals from Aldershot and Carterton have been charged in relation to an investigation into fraud and money laundering, led by the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit (SEROCU).
Kwesi Appiah, a 42-year-old from Badajos Road, Aldershot, faces multiple charges including fraud by false representation, money laundering, and using false instruments with intent to deceive.
Ellen Peprah, aged 40, also from Badajos Road, has been charged with three counts of money laundering.
Emmanuel Sanihyiah, a 41-year-old from Cole Avenue, Aldershot, faces similar charges, with three counts of money laundering.
Livingstone Augustt, aged 39, residing in Falaise Close, Aldershot, has also been charged with three counts of money laundering.
Eric Sam, a 43-year-old from Faulder Avenue, Carterton, has been charged with two counts of money laundering.
All five individuals have been charged via postal requisition and are scheduled to appear at Basingstoke Magistrates Court on the 18th August.
The charges stem from the work of SEROCU's Proactive Economic Crime Team, investigating fraud by false representation and money laundering associated with a suspected romance fraud.
Anyone who believes they might have been targeted by such criminal activity is urged to report it through the Report Fraud website or by phoning 0300 123 2040.
For those who have already transferred money, contacting the bank immediately is advised. In Scotland, victims are recommended to report to Police Scotland at 101.
Additional information on fraud protection can be found at the Stop! Think Fraud website.