Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested 29 (twenty nine ) suspected internet fraudsters in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
The suspected cyber criminals were arrested at different locations within Akwa Ibom State. While five of the suspects were arrested at ‘Laundering Lounge’, Ewet Housing Estate, Uyo, on Monday May 6, 2024, sixteen others were arrested on Tuesday May 7, 2024, at Church Road, off Calabar Itu Road, Uyo.
Items recovered from them include, two luxurious cars, nine laptops, 28 smart phones and two wrist watches.
Earlier the Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Command 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.
The suspects would be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.
Credit : EFCC
