By John Obi
Fifteen suspected internet fraudsters were on Monday, October 7, 2024 arrested by operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, in Benin City.
The suspects were arrested following actionable intelligence on their suspected involvement in computer-related fraud.
Items recovered from them include four exotic cars, laptops and phones.
The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are completed.
In a related development, operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the EFCC has arrested 13 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Nwaniba area of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
They were arrested on Monday, October 7, 2024 in a sting operation following credible intelligence on their fraudulent internet activities.
Items recovered from them include, Lexus 350 saloon car with registration number BGK 698 SU Abia, Lexus 350 saloon car with registration number ABC 573 BC, Toyota Camry V6 car with registration number, UYY 888 HR Akwa Ibom, Toyota Corolla car with registration number, KTM 613 AA Akwa Ibom, six laptop computers and 20 smartphones.
The agency in a post on Wednesday said they will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations.
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