Crimes

EFCC busts Yahoo boys’ hideout in Benue, arrests 14

The operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) have arrested 14 suspected internet fraudsters in Makurdi, the Benue State capital.

The suspects include Solomon Oloche, Innocent Ochola, Aselo Wisdom, Simon Jeff, Innocent Raphael, Akula Kelvin, Emmanuel Okanche, Francis Chikodirie, Atoo Michael, Ochayi Nelson, Ngutor Paul, Michael Tyobe, Samuel Okanche, and Patience Tseaa.

The EFCC spokesperson, Wilson Uwujaren, who disclosed the arrest in a statement on Thursday, August 10, 2023, said the suspected internet fraudsters were arrested after a series of surveillance based on intelligence on their alleged criminal activities.

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Uwujaren listed the items recovered from the suspects to include a Toyota Camry Car, 14 iPhones, 11 Android phones, six Laptop computers, ATM cards, a flash drive, MTN Router, Tus bike, and several incriminating documents.

“The suspects have made useful statements and will be charged to court as soon as the investigation is concluded,” he added.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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