EFCC’s Major Operation in Warri: 46 Suspected Fraudsters Arrested, Exotic Cars Recovered

• The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested 46 suspected internet fraudsters in Warri, Delta State on Sunday, September 8, 2024
• The operation, based on credible intelligence, led to the recovery of 13 exotic cars, laptops, and phones
• The suspects are set to be charged to court following the conclusion of investigations on their activities

In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) arrested 46 individuals suspected of internet fraud on Sunday, September 8, 2024.

The arrests took place at various locations within Warri, Delta State, following credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in internet-related fraud.

46 Internet fraud suspects arrested by EFCC in Warri

The EFCC’s operation led to the recovery of 13 exotic cars, laptops, and phones from the suspects. These items are believed to have been acquired through fraudulent activities.

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The suspects are currently in custody and will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded, according to EFCC officials.

This operation underscores the agency’s commitment to combating cybercrime and bringing perpetrators to justice.

The statement read in full:

“Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Sunday, September 8, 2024, arrested 46 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations within Warri, Delta State. They were arrested following credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in internet-related fraud. Items recovered from them include 13 exotic cars, laptops and phones. The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.”

EFCC reveals identity of suspected Internet fraudsters

Meanwhile, Legit.ng earlier reported that the Lagos State Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had confirmed the arrest of two suspected internet fraudsters living around the residence of Afrobeat star John Njeng Njeng, also known as Skales.

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In the early hours of Tuesday, October 10, Skales had raised the alarm via a social media post that operatives of the EFCC illegally raided his apartment in the middle of the night without a warrant.

After the social media buzz about the incident, the anti-graft agency debunked the allegation. In response to the statement of the EFCC, Skales released video footage of the anti-graft agency's operatives when his house was illegally raided.

Source: Legit.ng