PORT HARCOURT – Operatives of Port Harcourt’s Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested Thirty-Seven (37) suspected internet fraudsters.
Converseer reports the suspects were arrested in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, on Tuesday, 8 April 2025, in an operation code-named “Operation Eagle Sweep.”
“They were arrested for alleged internet fraud after the Commission received credible intelligence on their activities in various hideouts within the State.
“Items recovered from them include different brands and models of exotic vehicles, smartphones, smart wristwatches, international passports, Automated Teller Machine, ATM cards of different banks and laptops containing incriminating materials and documents.
“The matter will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations,” a statement by the Commission read.