EFCC storms Osun, arrest 11 ‘yahoo boys’


The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ibadan zonal office, Friday, arrested eleven suspected internet fraudsters in Osogbo, Osun state.

 
Operatives of the EFCC swooped on the hideouts of the suspects in Osogbo upon intelligence report received by the commission. 


Spokesperson of EFCC, Wilson Uwujaren, confirmed the arrest. 
The Commission recovered twelve cars which include three Toyota Highlander SUVs, one Mercedes Benz GLK 350 SUV, One Acura SUV, two Honda Crosstour, two Toyota Venza and three other Toyota brands. 


Also recovered are phones, laptops and other devices. 


The EFCC spokesperson said the suspects, who variously claimed to be students, artisans, farmers and businessmen, are currently undergoing interrogation to ascertain their level of involvement in the alleged crime.


He said they will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.

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