Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have arrested thirty-six (36) suspected internet fraudsters at different locations of Onitsha, Anambra State.

The suspects were arrested on October 11, 2024 following actionable intelligence linking them with suspected online criminal activities.

Upon arrest, preliminary investigations showed that the suspects impersonated foreign nationals using social media platforms to defraud unsuspecting victims.

Items recovered from them include eight luxury vehicles, sophisticated brands of mobile phones and laptops.

The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.

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