Over 100 suspected internet fraudsters arrested in Ilorin, Calabar, Osun: EFCC

Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) operatives have arrested 132 suspected internet fraudsters in Kwara, Cross River and Osun states.
Its spokesman, Dele Oyewale, said in a statement on Friday in Abuja that 64 suspected cybercriminals were arrested in Ede, Osun State, following actionable intelligence on their suspicious fraudulent activities in their environs.
”Items recovered from them included 18 exotic vehicles, 18 laptops, 112 mobile phones, three Play Station games, five motorcycles and other incriminating documents,” said Mr Oyewale.
Similarly, 25 suspects were arrested during two separate sting operations at various locations in Ilorin, Kwara State.
“This was sequel to credible intelligence about the activities of some suspected internet fraudsters operating within the state.
“Items recovered from the suspects included six exotic cars, different brands of phones and laptops,” he said.
According to him, the suspects will be arraigned upon the conclusion of ongoing investigations.
He said 44 suspected fraudsters were also arrested on Thursday at Satellite Town, Tinapa junction and parliamentary extension areas of Calabar in Cross River State.
The EFCC spokesman said items recovered from them included six exotic cars, 16 laptops and 38 mobile phones.
He said all the suspects would be charged to court after the completion of the investigation.
(NAN)
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