The operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate, have arrested thirty-seven (37) suspected internet fraudsters in Warri, Delta State, and Owerri in Imo State.
They were arrested on Friday, September 19, 2025, for their alleged involvement in internet and cryptocurrency fraud following credible intelligence about their activities.
Specifically, the fraudsters were apprehended while operating different brands of internet-enabled devices to defraud their victims.
Suspected kingpin of the fraudsters, Robert Ebuka Chukwuedo, on Commissioner Street, Warri, took to his heels to evade arrest. However, some of his accomplices were arrested in his mansion. They were all allegedly involved in a cryptocurrency scam, money laundering, and other internet-related crimes.
Items recovered from them include different brands of exotic cars, smartphones, laptops, and fetish items.
The suspects will be charged in court
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