Crime
EFCC arrests 29 suspected internet fraudsters in Abuja
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Abuja Zonal Command on Wednesday, arrested 29 suspected internet fraudsters in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Suspected Internet fraudsters EFCC arrested in Abuja
According to the Commission, they were arrested at the Apo, Gwarimpa and Katampe axis of Abuja following actionable intelligence about their suspected involvement in internet fraud.
Cars recovered from the fraudsters
Items seized from the suspects include 43 phones of different makes, six vehicles and two smartwatches.
They will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded, EFCC said.
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