Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Enugu zonal command have apprehended thirty-six individuals suspected of internet fraud in various locations across Onitsha, Anambra State.
The EFCC made the arrests on October 11, 2024, based on “actionable intelligence” linking the suspects to online criminal activities.
The suspects allegedly impersonated foreign nationals on social media platforms to defraud victims.
The operation resulted in the recovery of valuable items, including eight luxury vehicles and 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 said.
The EFCC also stated that “the suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.”
