EFCC arrests 13 for alleged internet fraud in Akwa Ibom
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Monday arrested 13 suspected internet fraudsters in Akwa Ibom State.
The anti-graft agency in a statement said its zonal directorate in Uyo, which made the arrest, recovered exhibits such as cars, computers and phones from the suspects.
It said, “Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have apprehended 13 suspected internet fraudsters in Nwaniba area of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. They were arrested on Monday, October 7, 2024 in a sting operation following credible intelligence on their fraudulent internet activities.”
The EFCC listed the items recovered from the suspects to include, “Lexus 350 saloon car with registration number BGK 698 SU Abia, Lexus 350 saloon car with registration number ABC 573 BC, Toyota Camry V6 car with registration number UYY 888 HR Akwa Ibom, Toyota Corolla car with registration number KTM 613 AA Akwa Ibom, six laptop computers and 20 smartphones.”
According to the statement, the suspects will be charged to court upon completion of investigation.Â
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