A bench warrant has been issued by the Accra Circuit Court for the arrest of a businessman, Mr. Kwadwo Fosu, who is accused of defrauding Star Steels Limited.

The 45-year-old man allegedly obtained iron rods worth GH₵100,500.00 from the company, claiming that he would pay through the Agricultural Development Bank. However, he failed to do so.

Mr. Fosu faces charges of defrauding by false pretenses, issuing a false cheque, and failing to appear before the Court for his plea to be taken.

Police Chief Inspector Agartha Abena Asantewaa sought the bench warrant after the accused person repeatedly failed to appear before the Court despite several attempts.

According to the facts presented to the Court, Mr. Isaac Amo represented Star Steels Limited and lived in Nsawam, while the accused person, Mr. Fosu, was the Chief Executive Officer of Fosu Gyeabour Transport and Training Enterprise, residing in Berekum.

On October 14, 2021, the accused purchased iron rods worth GH₵220,000.00 from Star Steels Limited. He made a partial payment of GH₵119,550.00 and issued post-dated Agricultural Development Bank cheques to cover the remaining balance, but the cheques bounced when presented to the bank.

Following this incident, the complainant sought assistance from the police, leading to an investigation.

It was revealed that Mr. Fosu had issued post-dated cheques of GH₵100,500.00 to the complainant, intending to use them as part payment, but the specified bank accounts did not have sufficient funds.

The case has been adjourned to August 16, 2023, and the Court has now issued a bench warrant for the arrest of Mr. Kwadwo Fosu.