Dafeamekpor confirms Ohene Kwame Frimpong under fraud and money laundering investigation in Netherlands
Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor has confirmed that the Member of Parliament for Upper Denkyira East, Ohene Kwame Frimpong, is under investigation in the Netherlands over alleged fraud and money laundering.
Mr Dafeamekpor disclosed this during an interview on PM Express on JoyNews, as public interest continues to grow over the legislator’s arrest and detention in Amsterdam.
According to him, legal representatives handling the case have indicated that Dutch authorities are treating the matter as part of broader financial crime investigations.
He, however, emphasised that no court has found the MP guilty, and that he remains entitled to the presumption of innocence.
“It is an allegation, my brother,” he said, urging the public to avoid jumping to conclusions while investigations are ongoing.
The Majority Chief Whip also questioned the length of the detention, asking whether it was standard practice to hold a suspect for such an extended period during investigations.
“Do you detain somebody for this long under investigations?” he asked.
Mr Dafeamekpor noted that the MP’s lawyers have already filed a bail application in a Dutch court, which is expected to be heard within the week. He expressed confidence that the application would be successful.
“We think he will prevail with the bail application,” he stated.
He further disclosed that Parliament, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Ghana’s diplomatic mission in The Hague are actively involved in providing support to the detained legislator. Discussions are also ongoing with the MP’s family, who are being regularly updated on developments.
The case remains before the Dutch judicial system, with Ghanaian authorities closely monitoring proceedings as diplomatic and legal efforts continue.
Editor:
Obiri-Yeboah
