Monday, March 16, 2026

Army apprehends suspected internet fraudsters in Warri

The HQ 63 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 1 Joint Task Force, (SS) Operation Delta Safe, (OPDS), has arrested 183 suspected internet fraudsters in a raid operation in Warri, Delta State.

According to the Army, “the operation was carried out on July Saturday 19 2025, following a tip-off on the activities of the suspects, the suspects, all males between the ages of 16 and 29, were arrested in some apartments that served as an internet fraud training center within the area.

“Items recovered from the suspects include 274 assorted laptops, 87 assorted mobile phones, 9 laptop chargers, one table phone, and two WiFi devices.

“The suspects and the recovered items are currently on preliminary investigation and necessary action.

“The Nigerian Army assures the public that it will continue to work tirelessly to rid the society of cybercrime and other forms of criminality.

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