EFCC Arrests 80 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Benin, Ilorin
Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 arrested 80 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations in Benin City, Edo State and Ilorin, Kwara State.
The suspects, 25 in Benin and 55 in Ilorin were arrested based on credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in internet related fraud.
In Benin, items recovered from them include eight exotic cars, laptops and phones.
They will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.
At Ilorin, operatives of the Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 arrested fifty-five(55) suspected internet fraudsters at different locations in Offa, Offa Local Government Area of Kwara State.
They were arrested in a sting operation in their hideouts following credible intelligence on their suspected involvement in internet-related offences.
Items recovered from the suspects include nine exotic cars, two bikes, laptops, smart phones as well as charms.
The suspects will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations.
Source: efcc.gov.ng