The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says operatives of its Uyo Zonal Command have arrested 17 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
In a statement made available to the media, the anti-graft agency said the suspects were arrested on Tuesday, August 29, during a sting operation following a series of intelligence reports which linked the suspects to all kinds of online criminal activities.
“Items recovered from them include; sophisticated mobile phones, a television set, a red Toyota Camry LE car, a black Honda car and two Lexus cars.
“The suspects will be charged to Court as soon as the investigations are concluded,” the EFCC said.
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