The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has detained dancehall star Charles Nii Armah Mensah Jr., popularly known as Shatta Wale, in connection with investigations into the tax status of a yellow Lamborghini Urus.
The detention follows the earlier seizure of the luxury car in early August 2025, when EOCO, in collaboration with the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), impounded the vehicle.
Authorities allege the Lamborghini was stolen and linked to the proceeds of a major fraud scheme.
A statement from Shatta Wale’s management confirmed that the musician, accompanied by his lawyer Cephas Biyuo, voluntarily reported to EOCO’s office on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.
Management has appealed to his fan base, the “SM Family,” to remain calm and avoid speculation, assuring them that discussions with the authorities are ongoing. The legal team is expected to return to EOCO in the coming days to continue the process.
The action was carried out under the Economic and Organised Crime Office Act, 2010 (Act 804), and the Mutual Legal Assistance Act, 2010 (Act 807), which allow EOCO to seize assets suspected to be linked to criminal activity, even when the original offence occurs outside Ghana.
EOCO, which often works with global bodies such as INTERPOL and the FBI, has emphasized its mandate to investigate and prosecute organised crime.
The seizure and Shatta Wale’s detention have since sparked widespread debate among his fans and the wider public.
Source: Adomonline.com
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