Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate, have apprehended thirty-seven (37) suspected internet fraudsters in coordinated operations across Warri, Delta State, and Owerri, Imo State.
The arrests, which took place on Friday, September 19, followed actionable intelligence linking the suspects to widespread internet scams and cryptocurrency-related fraud. According to EFCC investigators, the suspects had been using sophisticated internet-enabled devices to defraud unsuspecting victims within and outside Nigeria.
During the operation, the alleged kingpin, identified as Robert Ebuka Chukwuedo of Commissioner Street, Warri, reportedly fled the scene to evade capture. However, EFCC operatives succeeded in arresting several of his associates at his residence. The syndicate is believed to be deeply involved in cryptocurrency scams, money laundering, and other internet-based crimes.
Items recovered from the suspects included luxury vehicles, high-end smartphones, laptops, and fetish materials suspected to be linked to their fraudulent activities.
The EFCC confirmed that the suspects are currently undergoing interrogation and will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.
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