Rajasthan Police Uncovers Cybercrime Syndicate with Dubai Connections, One Arrested
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Synopsis
In a significant operation, Rajasthan police dismantled a cyber fraud network linked to Dubai, arresting a Jaipur resident. The investigation revealed the gang's use of fraudulent SIM cards for illegal activities. Authorities suspect more fake SIMs are in circulation as they continue to probe further into the operations.
Key Takeaways
- International cyber fraud network identified.
- Suspect arrested with 61 active mobile SIMs.
- SIM cards sourced from Assam and Arunachal Pradesh.
- Gang operates using SIM box devices in Jaipur.
- Further investigations underway to uncover more members.
Jaipur, Feb 26 (NationPress) In a significant achievement, law enforcement officials on Wednesday dismantled an international cyber fraud syndicate linked to Dubai, leading to the detention of an individual from Jaipur.
The detained suspect, identified as Yashwant Singh Panwar (21), hails from Gurjar Basti, Shastri Nagar, Jaipur, and was apprehended along with 61 active mobile SIMs, two mobile phones, and a motorcycle.
According to Additional Director General of Police Dinesh MN, intelligence units under the supervision of Deputy Inspector General Yogesh Yadav and Additional Superintendent of Police Siddhant Sharma were assigned to track down cybercriminal gangs.
Their inquiries uncovered that this illegal operation sourced active SIM cards from Assam and Arunachal Pradesh, which were then transported to Jaipur via flight couriers.
The police team acted on a tip-off regarding the delivery of fraudulent SIMs, promptly initiating surveillance and verification.
The suspect was discovered waiting at a tea stall near Kalra Petrol Pump on Sirsi Road. Upon noticing the police, he attempted to escape but was swiftly apprehended with the SIMs in his possession.
Interrogation revealed that the SIMs were supplied by his accomplice Abhishek alias Anna, who resides in Lalarpura, Gandhipath West, Jaipur, and currently operates from Dubai.
Abhishek is believed to be managing a call center for executing cyber fraud, utilizing these SIMs for illicit activities such as online gaming scams and digital fraud.
Investigations suggest that the gang maintains an office in Jaipur equipped with SIM box devices, capable of housing 30-40 SIMs at once. These devices are employed to remotely activate Indian SIM numbers, facilitating cybercriminals in Dubai to perpetrate fraudulent activities.
Further questioning led to the identification of additional gang members, including Yogendra Khinchi alias Rony, Roki, Guru (Punjab), Indra, Jatin (Hanumangarh Junction), and Harmeet Singh.
The authorities suspect that numerous additional fake SIM cards remain in circulation.
The accused will be presented in court, and a remand request will be filed for further investigation into the operations and financial transactions of the racket.
