Ghanaian Dancehall Artiste, Shatta Wale has been locked up in EOCO’s detention, following a suspected linked to fraud and tax evasion.
The detention also follows EOCO’s Investigations into a yellow Lamborghini Urus belonging to the Artiste which was impounded last month for various offences.
A statement released by the musician’s legal team has admitted that their Artiste has indeed been captured by. Its however indicated that its working assiduously with authorities to ensure the latter’s release earliest Thursday morning.
Read the full statement below
The management of dancehall artist Shatta Wale (Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr.) is issuing this statement following his detention by the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) today.
This follows an inquiry related to tax obligations on assets, including the purchase of a vehicle. Mr. Mensah presented himself voluntarily at the EOCO offices this afternoon along with his lawyer Cephas Biyuo, to assist with investigations.
We want to assure all fans and the general public that his legal team is fully engaged and actively working with the authorities to resolve this matter. They are taking all necessary steps to secure his release at the earliest opportunity.
We urge the SM Family and all well-wishers to remain calm and avoid any speculation. We have the utmost confidence in the judicial process.
Management and his legal representatives will return to the EOCO offices tomorrow morning to continue these discussions.
We will provide further updates as appropriate.
