Veteran actor Koo Ofori has been granted bail in the case
Veteran actor, Samuel Karikari, popularly known as Koo Ofori, has been granted bail following his arrest for allegedly defrauding a US-based Ghanaian.
During court proceedings on Monday, May 12, 2025, the presiding judge at the Dansoman District Court granted the veteran actor bail in the sum of GH¢320,000.
As part of his bail conditions, Koo Ofori is to provide three sureties, all to be justified, and is also to deposit his Ghana Card with the clerk of the court.
He is also to report to the police once every week, on Mondays.
The case was adjourned to June 25, 2025, for a Case Management Conference.
The veteran actor, who is well known for the role he played in the hit TV series, Efiewura, was arrested for allegedly defrauding a US-based Ghanaian of $50,000.
According to reports by Kasoa-based Obaatanpa Radio, the victim, who resides in California, transferred the funds to Koo Ofori under the belief that it was for a legitimate investment opportunity.
However, it has been alleged that Koo Ofori absconded with the money, failing to fulfil any investment commitments.
Further reports stated that Koo Ofori defaulted on payments and failed to appear before the Dansoman District Court on April 17, 2025, according to court documents sighted.
This non-appearance led to the issuance of a bench warrant for his arrest, and he was scheduled to appear in court on May 9, 2025.
Videos shared by Accra-based Atinka FM also showed Koo Ofori being led in handcuffs to the courthouse by a police officer, during his arrest days ago.
However, the court did not convene on that day, with the case rescheduled for May 12, 2025.
Watch videos from the court below:
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