Twin brothers Jamal and Kamal Abubakari, along with Amanda Joy Opoku-Boachie, have pleaded guilty to a romance scam that defrauded older Americans of over $9 million. The scam involved creating fake identities on dating platforms to gain victims' trust and solicit money under false pretenses. The investigation was led by the FBI, and each defendant could face up to 20 years in prison, with sentencing scheduled for February 2027.
Key facts
- The scam targeted older Americans, resulting in losses over $9 million.
- The defendants pleaded guilty on October 13 and 20, 2026.
- The conspiracy operated from July 2024 to April 2026.
- Victims were located across 25 states, Germany, and Austria.
- Each defendant faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison.
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