Crime
Maiduguri: EFCC Arrests Vincent Markus For Internet Fraud
Operatives of the Maiduguri Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested one Vincent Markus, a suspected serial internet fraudster.
The suspect, a student of the University of Maiduguri was arrested in Badirisa, Damare Ward Girei Local Government, Adamawa State, following credible intelligence showing that he specialised in hacking and other internet-related activities.
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Markus operates using pseudo names on WhatsApp, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and other social media platforms in carrying out his heinous act.
Items recovered from him include; a three-bedroom flat, Peugeot 206, Toyota Corolla Verso 2009 model, two Toyota Starlets 2012 and 2013 models, air-conditioners, iPhone 14 pro max, Infinix Note 30, freezer, Hisense TV, amongst others.
The suspect will be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded.