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EFCC Arrests Barber, 11 Other Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Uyo

Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Thursday March 14, 2024, arrested a barber, and eleven suspected internet fraudsters in a sting operation in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.

They were arrested following credible intelligence on their suspected involvement in internet-related offences.

Items recovered from them include sophisticated mobile phones, laptops and WiFi routers.

The suspects will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.

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