Crime
EFCC Arrests 36 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Onitsha
Operatives from the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have apprehended 36 individuals suspected of engaging in internet fraud in various locations across Onitsha, Anambra State.
The arrests took place on October 11, 2024, following actionable intelligence that linked the suspects to online criminal activities. Preliminary investigations revealed that the arrested individuals allegedly impersonated foreign nationals on social media platforms to deceive and defraud unsuspecting victims.
During the operation, the EFCC recovered a number of items from the suspects, including eight luxury vehicles, high-end mobile phones, and laptops, which are believed to be tools used in their fraudulent activities.
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