Be By Kamsi Anayo, Awka
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from the Enugu Zonal Command have apprehended thirty-six individuals suspected of Internet fraud in various locations across Onitsha, Anambra state.
The arrests took place on Oct. 11, following what the EFCC described as “actionable intelligence of their criminal activities.”
A statement by the EFCC on Thursday via X, stated that preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects allegedly impersonated foreign nationals on social media platforms to defraud unsuspecting victims.
The operation led to the recovery of valuable items, including eight luxury vehicles, as well as sophisticated mobile phones and laptops believed to have been used in the fraudulent 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 and sophisticated brands of mobile phones and laptops. The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded,” the statement stated
