Six Nigerians to be extradited to US over alleged $6m online romance scams
South African police are handing over six Nigerians wanted in the US for alleged online romance scams to FBI agents later on Friday.
Six Nigerians accused of running an online romance scam operation worth over $6 million are set to be extradited to the United States, according to South African police. The individuals, alleged members of the Black Axe crime syndicate, are accused of targeting more than 100 women in the US and defrauding them of more than 100 million rand ($6 million; £5 million).
The group, known for its involvement in human trafficking, internet fraud, and murder, has been operating since at least 2019. South African law enforcement has been tracking the syndicate for several years, with multiple operations coordinated by Interpol leading to the arrest of 39 people and the seizure of money and bank accounts.
Upon their arrival in the US, the six individuals will face wire fraud and money-laundering charges.
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