EFCC's Bold Move: 33 Arrests in Port Harcourt Fraud Sweep
EFCC Targets Internet Fraud in Port Harcourt
On Tuesday, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, apprehended 33 suspected internet fraudsters in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. This operation, carried out by the Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate, was prompted by credible intelligence.
Details of the Operation
The suspects were captured in their hideouts around Iwofe and Ogboro axes of Port Harcourt. EFCC announced that the intervention stemmed from ongoing concerns about internet fraud in the region.
Items Recovered
- Various mobile phones
- Laptops
- Boxes filled with fake United States dollars
- Fake stamps pertaining to the FBI, Customs, and delivery services
- Two cars
The suspects are set to face charges as investigations proceed. More insights on this operation and its implications will be available as the situation develops.
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