EFCC arrests 36 internet fraudsters in Anambra

EFCC arrests 36 internet fraudsters at different locations in Onitsha, Anambra State.

The Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), disclosed the arrest of the thirty-six individuals suspected of internet fraud on Thursday.

The suspects were arrested on October 11, 2024, following actionable intelligence that linked them with suspected online criminal activities.

According to a statement by the EFCC on Thursday via X, it was gathered that the suspects impersonated foreign nationals using social media platforms to carry out their activities.

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

The operation led to the recovery of valuable items, as well as sophisticated mobile phones and laptops believed to have been used in the fraudulent activities.

“Items recovered from them include eight luxury vehicles and sophisticated brands of mobile phones and laptops. The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded,” the statement said.