A cyber crime team in Gujarat has uncovered a fraud worth Rs 804 crore. Ten accused were arrested in connection with this crime, which was carried out through 482 bank accounts. Police warned people to prioritize digital security and remain vigilant.
Gandhinagar: The Cyber Crime Branch of Gujarat Police has busted an online fraud worth Rs 804 crore. Police have arrested 10 accused in this case, who defrauded people using digital means. During the investigation, police recovered 482 bank accounts, hundreds of ATM cards, and mobile devices.
1549 FIRs Registered in Cyber Crime Cases
A total of 1549 complaints were registered against the accused on the National Cyber Crime Helpline number 1930. Based on these complaints, 22 FIRs were registered in Gujarat. Specifically, three cases emerged in Ahmedabad and Morbi, resulting in a loss of approximately Rs 17.75 crore.
Investigations into cyber crimes revealed that the accused targeted people through various digital means and online fraud methods. They extensively defrauded people by luring them with promises of investment, banking, and job opportunities.
Methods of Fraud Employed by the Accused
The accused were involved in various types of online fraud. They used digital means to intimidate and entice people, defrauding them of money. Furthermore, it was revealed that they swindled lakhs of rupees from people under the guise of share investments, UPI fraud, bank loans, and part-time jobs.
Police stated that equipment such as 686 SIM cards, 16 POS machines, 60 mobile phones, 2 laptops, 11 sound boxes, and 17 QR codes were also recovered from the accused. This clearly indicates that the accused were conducting online fraud through a large network.
Police Warning for the Public
Delhi Police advised the public to remain vigilant against such cyber crimes. Deputy Commissioner of Police (Railways) KPS Malhotra stated that it is crucial to be aware to avoid criminals who defraud people by tempting or intimidating them. He mentioned that people often share their sensitive information by trusting fake bank officials or police personnel.
Cyber security experts emphasized the need for 'information distancing'. Similar to social distancing adopted during COVID-19, it was advised to use separate email addresses for personal and social media accounts and to maintain b passwords.
