Massive EFCC Bust in Umudike: 48 Suspected Fraudsters Arrested, 12 Cars and 15 Laptops Recovered
- In a major operation, the EFCC has arrested 48 suspected internet fraudsters in Umudike, Abia State
- The suspects were apprehended on August 30, 2024, following actionable intelligence on their alleged involvement in cybercrime
- High-value items, including exotic cars, laptops, and smartphones, were seized during the operation
In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have apprehended forty-eight (48) individuals suspected of internet fraud in Umudike, Abia State.
The arrests were made on Friday, August 30, 2024, at various locations within Umudike, following actionable intelligence on their alleged involvement in fraudulent online activities.
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EFCC nabs 48 in Umudike
The EFCC's operation led to the seizure of numerous high-value items, including twelve exotic cars, fifteen different brands of laptops, and sixty-eight expensive smartphones.
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These items are believed to be proceeds from the suspects' illicit activities.
The suspects are currently in custody and will face charges in court upon the conclusion of ongoing investigations. The EFCC has reiterated its commitment to combating cybercrime and ensuring that perpetrators are brought to justice.
This operation shows the agency's relentless efforts to curb internet fraud and protect the integrity of Nigeria's digital space.
Full statement below:
"In a major operation, the EFCC has arrested 48 suspected internet fraudsters in Umudike, Abia State. The suspects were apprehended on August 30, 2024, following actionable intelligence on their alleged involvement in cybercrime. High-value items, including exotic cars, laptops, and smartphones, were seized during the operation."
EFCC arrests banker, POS agent
Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that a banker, Soberechukwu Inya Ewa and a Point of Sales (POS) cashier, Azubuike Mamwu Obasi have been arrested for allegedly selling new naira notes to customers for commercial purposes in Port Harcourt, Rivers state.
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested the suspects at Ecobank, Rumuobiakani and Maddox Night Club, new Government Reservation Area, GRA, in the early hours of Friday, February 15, 2024.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by EFCC via its X handle (formerly known as Twitter)@officialEFCC, on Sunday, February 18.
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