Tension has reportedly erupted in a local market community after a fishmonger allegedly threatened to invoke curses following a dispute over a failed dollar exchange transaction valued at GH¢1,600.
According to accounts from eyewitnesses, the fishmonger accused an individual of collecting the money under the pretext of exchanging it into US dollars but failing to deliver the promised amount.
The incident is said to have occurred several days ago, with repeated attempts by the aggrieved trader to retrieve the money yielding no results.
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The disagreement reportedly escalated when the fishmonger publicly accused the alleged scammer of deception and warned that traditional curses would be invoked if the money was not refunded.
The threat caused panic among traders and customers in the area, prompting some market leaders to intervene to prevent the situation from worsening.
Sources indicate that efforts are underway by community elders and market executives to mediate and encourage an amicable settlement between the parties.
They have reportedly advised the fishmonger to pursue lawful means of redress rather than resorting to threats that could inflame tensions.
Meanwhile, residents have called on the police to investigate the alleged scam to establish the facts and ensure accountability.
The incident has reignited public concern about informal currency exchange activities and the risks associated with unregulated financial dealings within local markets
