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EFCC Arrests 9 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Abuja

EFCC Arrests 9 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Abuja

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended nine individuals suspected to be involved in internet fraud in Abuja.

The suspects were arrested on Monday in the Wuye area of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), following an intelligence-led operation by the Commission’s Abuja Zonal Directorate.

An EFCC statement posted on Tuesday via its official X handle said, “Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Abuja Zonal Directorate, have arrested nine suspected internet fraudsters.

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“They were arrested on Monday, 29 July 2024, at Wuye axis of Abuja following credible intelligence on their suspected involvement in internet-related fraud.”

The statement listed items recovered from the suspects to include 19 phones, one car, four laptops and one iPad.

The Commission further indicated its intention to pursue legal action against the suspects, stating that, “The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.”

EFCC Arrests 9 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Abuja

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