Operatives of the Enugu Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested thirteen ( 13) suspected internet fraudsters at the Nsukka and Emene axes of Enugu State.

They were arrested on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 in a sting operation.

Twelve of the suspects believed to be involved in internet- related offences are: Chinaza Onyekwelu; David Sharon; Igwenagu Chimezie; Nnachi Collins, Noble Nwodo and Okoye Ebuka. Others are: Onaga Divine; Richie Samson; Ugwu Chideru; Victor Sopuluchi, Nwajie Chidubem Eric and Nnamani Chukwuebuka.

They were arrested based on some verified intelligence by the EFCC.

Items recovered from them include: five laptops; phones and a silver- coloured Lexus car with registration number: FST 823 GD.

The suspects will soon be charged to court.

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16 March, 2022