Police in Benue, Nigeria, arrested five young suspects for identity theft and cyber fraud.

Police in Benue, Nigeria, arrested five individuals, aged 18 to 21, for identity theft and cyber fraud. The arrests were made by the Cybercrime and Narcotics Department after intelligence gathering. Authorities seized several smartphones from the suspects, who allegedly used stolen identities to defraud victims. Commissioner Steve Yabanet urged residents to remain vigilant against cybercriminals, stating the suspects will face prosecution after investigations are completed.

November 01, 2024
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