INTERPOL arrests two suspects in Nigeria over alleged $2.4m cyber fraud

The International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) has announced the arrest of two suspects in Nigeria over alleged cybercrime, including an international investment fraud scheme involving $2.4 million.

According to INTERPOL, as reported by Tribune, the arrests followed Operation Serengeti III, conducted between June 29 and August 31, 2026, across 21 countries.

One suspect allegedly operated a phishing and business email compromise scheme that collected approximately 2.1 million email addresses.

Investigators also recovered a luxury vehicle suspected of being purchased with criminal proceeds.

The second suspect was arrested over an investment fraud scheme involving cryptocurrency transactions.

Across participating countries, authorities arrested 1,462 suspects, disrupted 10,909 malicious networks and recovered over $105 million.

INTERPOL identified 65,929 victims and linked cybercriminal activities to losses exceeding $385 million.

The agency’s Director of Cybercrime, Neal Jetton, stressed the importance of international cooperation in combating digital crimes.

Investigations remain ongoing to identify additional suspects and trace stolen funds.