By Ola Kay
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate, have arrested 37 suspected internet fraudsters in Warri, Delta State and Owerri in Imo State.
Following credible intelligence of about their activities, the suspected fraudsters were arrested on Friday, September 19, 2025 for their alleged involvement in internet and cryptocurrency fraud.
The anti-graft agency informed that the fraudsters were arrested while operating different brands of internet- enabled devices in defrauding their victims.
According to the EFCC, the suspected kingpin of the fraudsters, Robert Ebuka Chukwuedo on citing operatives at 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 cryptocurrency scam, money laundering and other internet-based crimes.
Items recovered from the suspects include different brands of exotic cars, smartphones, laptops and fetish items.
The anti-graft body assured that the suspects will be charged to court.
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