The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has announced plans to provide psychological support to 295 individuals rescued from suspects involved in fraudulent activities operating under the Qnet brand in the Ashanti Region.

The victims were freed during a rescue operation carried out by EOCO’s Anti-Trafficking Unit in Kenyase and Buoho on Wednesday.

The operation also led to the arrest of 25 suspects believed to be behind the scam.

Speaking at a joint press conference held by EOCO and Qnet in Kumasi on Thursday, officials from EOCO underscored the importance of psychological rehabilitation for the rescued individuals, noting that many had been manipulated and deceived by the fraudsters.

Dominic Mensah, Head of EOCO’s Anti-Trafficking Unit, explained that the victims had been brainwashed into believing that those attempting to rescue them were trying to prevent their success.

“These individuals were psychologically manipulated and made to distrust anyone outside the network.

We are now focusing on rebuilding their confidence and reintegrating them with their families, with whom we’ve maintained contact throughout the process,” Mr. Mensah stated.

He added that EOCO is intensifying efforts to prosecute the arrested suspects and dismantle the broader network behind the scam.

Theodocia Naana Quartey, Head of Compliance at Qnet, urged the public to be cautious and avoid falling victim to fraudsters misusing the Qnet name.

She reaffirmed Qnet’s commitment to supporting EOCO’s investigations and protecting the company’s reputation.

“This exercise will not stop in the Ashanti Region.

We are extending our investigations and arrests to other parts of the country to flush out these unscrupulous individuals who continue to tarnish our brand,” she said.

EOCO reiterated its call for the public to report suspicious recruitment or investment schemes, warning that many scammers continue to exploit trusted corporate identities to defraud unsuspecting citizens.