EFCC arrests 39 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday arrested 39 suspected internet fraudsters in Edo State.

The EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, said in a statement in Abuja the suspects were arrested following actionable intelligence on their suspected involvement in a computer-related fraud.

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He listed items recovered from the suspects to include eight cars, laptops, and phones.

“The suspects will be charged to court soon,” the spokesman added.

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