FBI Arrests Over 130 in Ghana Fraud Operation Blackout

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) executed a raid on a suspected fraud compound in Ghana, leading to the arrest of more than 130 individuals. FBI Director Kash Patel announced the operation, codenamed “Operation Blackout,” via a post on his official X account.

This operation is part of the FBI's broader initiative to dismantle global scam centers. Patel reported that the operation resulted in nearly $10 million in identified losses, with 89 victims identified and over 300 devices seized.

The investigation is ongoing, with Patel emphasizing that these scam compounds primarily target American citizens, causing significant harm. He provided additional figures from Operation Blackout, stating that approximately $17 billion had been seized, hundreds of alleged scammers arrested, and thousands of trafficked workers freed.

Furthermore, more than 10,000 Americans were warned before potentially losing their money, preventing an estimated $670 million in losses.