EFCC Nabs 33 Suspected Fraudsters in Rivers, Recovers Fake Currency

The EFCC has arrested 33 suspected internet scammers in Rivers, recovering fake dollars and other fraudulent materials. Read more about the operation.

Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate on Tuesday arrested 33 suspected internet fraudsters in Rivers State.

The suspects were arrested in a sting operation at Aiwofe and Ogu-Borro areas of Port Harcourt following the uncovering of credible information on their alleged involvement in online fraud.

EFCC in a statement said various items including mobile phones, laptops, fake US dollar notes and fake stamps were recovered from the suspects by agencies including the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Customs, DHL and FedEx.

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Two vehicles were also seized as part of the operation.

EFCC confirmed that the suspects would be arraigned in court upon completion of investigations.

The operation is part of the agency’s ongoing efforts to combat cybercrime and protect the integrity of the Nigerian financial system.