Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission have arrested 19 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin, Edo State.
It was gathered that the suspects, which identities are yet to be revealed to public were apprehended in different locations in the state over the weekend.
This was contained in a statement by EFCC’s Spokesman Dele Oyewale on Monday, saying that the suspects were arrested based on credible intelligence that linked them to fraudulent internet activities.
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Mr. Oyewale disclosed that expensive items, such as cars, laptops and smartphones were recovered from the arrested individuals.
He said: “Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, arrested 19 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations within Benin City, Edo State.
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“The suspects were arrested based on credible intelligence that linked them to fraudulent internet activities.
“Items recovered from them included five exotic cars and smartphones.
“They would be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.”
