Ghanaian dancehall Artiste,Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., popularly known as Shatta Wale, has been detained by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) following an inquiry related to tax obligations on his yellow Lamborghini.
In a statement issued on Facebook and sighted by Ghana Weekend on the page of his media relations officer, Samuel Atuobi Baah, also known as Sammy Flex, Shatta Wale’s management said:
“The management of dancehall artist Shatta Wale (Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr.) is issuing this statement following his detention by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) today. This follows an inquiry related to tax obligations of a yellow Lamborghini vehicle. Mr. Mensah presented himself voluntarily at the EOCO offices this afternoon along with his lawyer Cephas Biyuo, to assist with investigations.”
The statement further reassured fans and the public:
“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 also noted that they and the legal representatives would return to EOCO offices the following morning to continue discussions, promising further updates as appropriate.
Shatta Wale’s detention is reportedly connected to investigations into alleged money laundering, possession of proceeds of crime, tax fraud, and tax evasion.
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