Gurgaon police have successfully apprehended three individuals accused of orchestrating a sophisticated online fraud scheme. The accused allegedly cheated people by enticing them into bogus cryptocurrency investment plans and fake work-from-home job opportunities, primarily through social media platforms.
The Modus Operandi of the Scam
The fraudsters deployed a dual-pronged strategy to trap their victims. They ran targeted advertisements on social media, promising exceptionally high returns on cryptocurrency investments. Simultaneously, they lured individuals searching for employment by offering them fraudulent work-from-home job packages. These schemes were designed to appear legitimate, convincing victims to part with their money.
Arrests and Key Details of the Accused
The police action followed a formal complaint registered on March 7. After investigation, the authorities arrested three men from Rajasthan. They have been identified as Vijender (23) from Kankariya village in Dausa district; Dilkhush (21) and Vivek Kumar (18), both residents of Bagdi village in the same district.
During the arrest, law enforcement officials recovered four mobile phones from the possession of the accused, which were allegedly used to conduct the scams.
Money Trail and Account Trading Revealed
Investigators traced a sum of Rs 73,556 from the cheated amounts directly into Vijender's bank account. A startling detail emerged during the probe: Vijender had sold his own bank account to his associate, Dilkhush, for a mere Rs 10,000. Dilkhush then reportedly sold the same account to the third accused, Vivek, for Rs 20,000, to facilitate the seamless flow of illicit funds.
Police stated that Vijender, as the primary bank account holder, along with his two associates, were nabbed based on this financial evidence and the complaint filed by the victim.
This case highlights the growing trend of financial frauds orchestrated through social media, exploiting the public's interest in digital currencies and remote work opportunities. Authorities urge citizens to exercise extreme caution and verify the authenticity of any online investment or job offer before transferring money.
