EFCC Arrests 44 suspected internet fraudsters in Enugu, Anambra States

In a number of places around Enugu and Anambra States, agents from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission‘s (EFCC) Enugu Zonal Directorate have taken 44 people into custody on suspected of internet fraud.

Dele Oyewale, EFCC Spokesperson, disclosed this information in a statement released on Saturday in Abuja.

According to him, the arrests took place on 28 and 29 September, following actionable intelligence linking the suspects to online criminal activities.

“Upon arrest, preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects exploited social media platforms, including Instagram and Facebook, to deceive unsuspecting victims.

“Some suspects used fake identities to engage foreign nationals in romantic affairs with the intention of defrauding them, while others possessed fraudulent documents on their devices.

“Additionally, laptops and sophisticated mobile phones were recovered from the suspects.”

According to Oyewale, they will face charges in court once investigations are concluded.

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