The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission(EFCC) in two separate operations apprehended and detained suspected internet fraudsters in Uyo and Benin following actionable intelligence on their suspected involvement in computer-related fraud.
In a statement released on Wednesday by the commission, 13 alleged internet scammers were arrested in the Nwaniba area of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State by personnel of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the EFCC.
The statement revealed that the arrest which was carried out on Monday led to the recovery and confiscation of cars, laptops and phones belonging to the alleged fraudsters.
“Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have apprehended 13 suspected internet fraudsters in the Nwaniba area of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
“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 statement read.
In a similar operation in Benin city, 15 suspected internet fraudsters were arrested and detained by the commission following actionable intelligence on their suspected involvement in computer-related fraud.
“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.
“Items recovered from them include four exotic cars, laptops and phones. The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are completed.
The arrested suspects will be made to face judgement as soon as investigations are concluded, the statement indicated.