UP News:
The Azamgarh police have busted a massive ₹190 crore cyber fraud ring, arresting 11 members from various parts of the country. These criminals, with international connections, had amassed mobile phones, laptops, cash, and other digital equipment.
It all started when the Azamgarh Kotwali police found a fake call center operating round-the-clock by cyber criminals. These fraudsters lured victims over platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and fake apps, enticing them into scams.
The group encouraged investments through small schemes and gaming apps. Once significant amounts were collected, they would shut down the apps' IDs.
Source: aajtak
SP Hemraj Meena of Azamgarh reports that numerous cybercrime complaints had been received, particularly concerning online gaming and fraudulent apps. Police pursued these leads rigorously, successfully capturing the culprits.
According to the police, the gang operated from a rented house, with evidence including 171 bank accounts, numerous mobiles, laptops, and a large sum of cash. The scam extended not just across India but internationally as well.
International Connections in Cyber Scam Unveiled
The investigation revealed that the gang had spun an international web of deceit, exploiting fake apps and online games as their fraudulent tools. SP Azamgarh, Hemraj Meena, noted the highly organized nature of the operation. Seizing a significant quantity of digital devices and banking details has been part of the crackdown against these criminals.
The culprits were found possessing 171 bank account details, mobiles, laptops, and cash. The police are delving deeper to uncover more gang members and their global accomplices.
