FBI Dismantles Scam Center in Ghana and Seizes 300+ Devices in Operation Blackout

Cybersecuritynews •Guru Baran • October 8, 2026

Authorities have dismantled a scam center in Ghana as part of the FBI’s Operation Blackout, identifying 89 victims and seizing more than 300 devices. FBI Director Kash Patel said the action uncovered nearly $10 million in losses and that authorities arrested or detained more than 130 people. The investigation remains ongoing. According to Patel on […]

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FBI Disrupts Ghana Scam Centers, 130+ Arrested in Operation Blackout The FBI has disrupted scam centers in Ghana as part of Operation Blackout, resulting in over 130 arrests and the seizure of more than 300 devices. FBI Director Kash Patel reported nearly $10 million in losses and identified 89 victims linked to the operation. The investigation is ongoing, and those detained include victims who will be repatriated. The operation is part of a broader initiative targeting international scam networks that defraud American citizens. However, details regarding the specific types of scams, the devices seized, and the criminal charges remain unclear. The FBI has previously reported significant figures related to Operation Blackout, including $17 billion in seized assets and thousands of trafficked workers freed. The announcement emphasizes the scale of the disruption but lacks technical details that could aid cybersecurity experts in understanding the attack methods used. 2 sources 25

FBI Dismantles Scam Center in Ghana and Seizes 300+ Devices in Operation Blackout

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