A man pretending to be a veterinary officer has been arrested in Begoro, Fanteakwa North District, after allegedly causing the deaths of several animals through improper treatments.
The suspect, identified as Amos, reportedly collected money from farmers while offering unapproved veterinary services that resulted in multiple fatalities.
His deception came to light when a resident reported losing a dog after an injection administered by him.
Police recovered various drugs, syringes, and medical supplies believed to have been used in his activities. Amos has been transferred to the Eastern Regional CID and is expected to appear in court on Monday.
Dr. Kofi Nti Agyarko, a senior veterinary officer at the Eastern Regional Veterinary Department, confirmed the arrest and expressed concern over the rise of impostors in the profession.
He emphasized that impersonating a veterinary professional violates the Veterinary Surgeons Act and warned that such actions carry legal consequences.
“This is not an isolated case,” Dr. Agyarko noted, recounting a recent incident where over 100 pigs were lost after being treated by a fake vet.
He urged farmers to verify the credentials of anyone claiming to be a veterinary officer and recommended consulting district veterinary or MOFA offices for reliable services.
He also called for the Veterinary Services Directorate to issue official identification cards to certified officers, making it easier to distinguish qualified vets from impostors.
Dr. Agyarko warned that the growing prevalence of fake veterinary officers poses a serious threat to livestock and livelihoods.
