78 suspected internet fraudsters arrested in Enugu, Imo

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested no fewer than 78 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu and Imo States. 

This was announced in a statement published on the Commission’s official X page on Monday.

According to the Commission’s statement, 29 suspects were apprehended in Enugu State, while 49 were arrested in Imo State.

The statement reads, “Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested seventy-eight (78) suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu and Imo States, respectively.

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“While twenty-nine suspects were arrested on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in Enugu State metropolis, the remaining forty-nine suspects were nabbed on Friday, May 17, 2024, in Imo State metropolis.

“The 78 suspects were arrested following actionable intelligence about their suspected involvement in online criminal activities.

“Items recovered from them include mobile phones, laptops, and 13 cars.

“They will be charged in court as soon as investigations are concluded.”