EFCC arrests 36 suspected internet fraudsters in Onitsha

Stanley Ihedigbo

Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, (EFCC) have arrested 36 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations of Onitsha, Anambra State.

According to the Head, Media and Publicity, EFCC, Mr. Dele Oyewale, the suspects were arrested on October 11, 2024 following actionable intelligence linking them with suspected online criminal activities.

Upon arrest, preliminary investigations showed that the suspects impersonated foreign nationals using social media platforms to defraud unsuspecting victims.

Items recovered from them include eight luxury vehicles, sophisticated brands of mobile phones and laptops.

The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.