The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 46 suspected internet fraudsters in Awka, Anambra State during a sting operation.
This was announced in a post via its X handle on Friday, May 24.
According to EFCC, items recovered include mobile phones, six laptops and six exotic cars.
It reads: “Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC have arrested Forty-six (46) suspected internet fraudsters, in Awka metropolis, Anambra State.
“The suspects were arrested during a sting operation, in the early hours of Friday, May 24, 2024 following credible intelligence linking them to cybercrime activities in the State.
Items recovered from them include mobile phones, six laptops and six exotic cars.
“The suspects are currently tendering confessional statements and will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.”