OPERATIVES of the Uyo Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have apprehended eight persons suspected to be involved in internet fraud in Akwa Ibom state.
The EFCC Spokesperson, Mr Dele Oyewale who disclosed this to newsmen in a statement yesterday explained that the suspects were arrested on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at Osongama Extension following an actionable intelligence.
Oyewale who listed the items recovered from the suspects to include: seven laptops; 13 smart phones; two wrist watches and one router.
He dded that the suspects would be charged to court immediately the commission completed its investigations.
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His words, “Operatives of Uyo Zonal Command of the EFCC on Thursday May 2, 2024 arrested eight suspected internet fraudsters in an early morning sting operation at Osong Ama Extension in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
“They were arrested following credible intelligence on their suspected involvement in internet fraud.
“Items recovered from them include, seven laptops; 13 smart phones; two wrist watches and one router.”