Kotputli Police Crack Down on International Cyber Fraud Ring
Kotputli police in Alwar district made a significant breakthrough on Monday. They busted an international cyber fraud gang and arrested one key accused. The gang operated under the false promise of sending people abroad for jobs.
Gang Operated from Cambodian Call Centers
Police revealed that the gang carried out its cyber fraud activities through Chinese-operated call centers based in Cambodia. Superintendent of Police Devendra Kumar addressed the media about the arrest. He stated that the police arrested Suresh Sain, a 43-year-old resident of Rampur Bansur. The arrest aimed to curb the rising cases of cyber fraud in the Kotputli-Behror district.
The Chinese cyber gang specifically targeted Indian citizens from Cambodia. They used various deceptive methods to defraud people. These methods included digital arrest threats, fake websites, and investment fraud schemes.
Deceptive Tactics and Fake Platforms
The accused and his associates used popular social media and messaging platforms to lure victims. They advertised on Telegram, WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram. Through these ads, they created fake trading apps and websites. These platforms closely resembled genuine share market applications to appear legitimate.
Gang members from the fake Cambodian call centers posed as authoritative figures. They impersonated officers from agencies like the CBI, police, ED, or customs departments. Using these false identities, they threatened Indians with digital arrest to extort money.
Scale of the Operation and Ongoing Investigations
The police officer disclosed alarming details about the gang's reach. The gang had sent hundreds of young Indians to Cambodia under false pretenses. More than 50 youths from the Bansur area alone fell victim to this scheme.
Law enforcement has made considerable progress in the case so far. Authorities have interrogated 15 suspects and arrested 25 individuals connected to the fraud. The identification process for youths sent abroad is currently underway. Police are actively investigating the international network and tracing financial transactions linked to the gang.
District-Wide Cyber Fraud Complaints Prompt Action
Superintendent Devendra Kumar highlighted the persistent issue of online fraud in the district. The area has continuously received complaints about various cyber crimes. These include online fraud, fake calls, OTP fraud, social media scams, bank account misuse, and digital cheating.
In response, police launched a special campaign named 'Operation Cyber'. They conducted raids across different police station areas within the district. This operation led to the arrest of about 50 people, including both suspects and accused individuals involved in cyber fraud.
During the campaign, police are examining technical evidence and digital trails thoroughly. They are seizing and investigating mobile phones, SIM cards, bank accounts, and other electronic devices used in the fraudulent activities. This comprehensive approach aims to dismantle the cyber fraud network completely.
