CRIME

EFCC arrests 7 suspected internet fraudsters in Benin City

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January 14, 2025

Isaac Aregbesola

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested seven suspected internet fraudsters in Benin City, Edo.

Its spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, said this in a statement on Tuesday, in Abuja.

According to him, the suspects were arrested based on credible intelligence on their alleged involvement in internet-related fraud.
“Items recovered from them include one Lexus car, laptops and phones.

“The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded,” he said.

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