Jamnagar Cyber Police Uncover Multi-Crore Fraud Network, Six Individuals Booked
In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, the Jamnagar City cybercrime police have registered a case against six persons in connection with an alleged multi-crore cyber fraud. The investigation has revealed suspicious transactions worth over Rs 3.9 crore routed through a single bank account, highlighting the scale of the financial deception.
Complaint Filed Based on National Cyber Crime Portal Inputs
The complaint was filed by police constable Karu Vasra, acting on inputs received from the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCCRP). This portal serves as a critical tool for tracking and reporting cyber offenses across India, enabling swift action in such cases.
Accused Identified and Details of the Fraud
The accused have been identified as Kanaiyalal Sabhaya, Lakha Jhapda, Raja Jhapda, Shailesh Makwana, Prakash Kanmiya, and Aryan Patel. According to the police complaint, investigators discovered suspicious transactions amounting to Rs 3.86 crore that were routed through a bank account opened in the name of Dwarkadhish Enterprise at Axis Bank. Police allege that this account was operated by Sabhaya.
During the probe, it was found that on November 24 last year, an amount of Rs 2.8 crore, linked to cyber fraud cases across multiple states, was deposited into the account. Preliminary investigations have connected these transactions to various complaints:
- Rs 2.4 crore registered at the Navi Mumbai cyber police station
- Rs 10 lakh at Beltarodi police station in Nagpur
- Rs 30.32 lakh at the Hyderabad cyber crime police station
Gang Operations and Modus Operandi
Investigators further uncovered that Sabhaya and his associates allegedly formed a gang that specialized in opening bank accounts and supplying account kits to other members. These kits were used in cyber fraud operations in exchange for high commissions. The accounts were reportedly utilized to create fake identities and facilitate online fraud, demonstrating a sophisticated and organized approach to financial crime.
Legal Action and Charges Filed
The case has been registered under Sections 318(4), 317(2), and 61(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with provisions of the Information Technology Act. This legal framework aims to address both the cyber and financial aspects of the fraud, ensuring comprehensive prosecution.
This incident underscores the growing threat of cyber fraud in India and the importance of robust reporting mechanisms like the NCCRP. The Jamnagar police's proactive response highlights ongoing efforts to combat such crimes and protect citizens from financial losses.
