Delhi Police arrest three in ₹9.58 lakh credit card fraud; gold coins seized
Synopsis
A nursing attendant allegedly stole his employer's credit card details and, with two accomplices, used them to buy gold coins from jewellery shops in Delhi and Meerut — a textbook insider-trust fraud. Delhi Police recovered four of five purchased coins and have sent all three accused to judicial custody, with the hunt for remaining associates continuing.
Key Takeaways
Delhi Police arrested three men on 27 May 2026 for credit card fraud worth ₹9,58,051 .
Prime accused Nishant Kumar, 22 , was the complainant's caretaker and allegedly stole his IndusInd Bank credit card details.
Gold coins were purchased from jewellery shops in Najafgarh (Delhi) and Meerut (UP) ; four coins (~50 grams) recovered out of five purchased.
Case registered as E-FIR No.
172/2026 under BNS at PS Cyber East .
Police advised citizens never to share card credentials with domestic staff and to report fraud via Cyber Helpline 1930 or the NCRP .
Delhi Police on Wednesday, 27 May 2026, arrested three men for allegedly using a stolen IndusInd Bank credit card to make fraudulent purchases worth ₹9,58,051, primarily in the form of gold coins from jewellery shops across Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. Four gold coins weighing approximately 50 grams have been recovered during the investigation.
How the Fraud Was Executed
The prime accused, Nishant Kumar, 22, a resident of Saboli, Shakti Garden, Gokalpuri in North East Delhi, worked as a nursing attendant and caretaker for the complainant, Krishna Gupta, a resident of Madhuban Enclave, East Delhi. Investigators allege that Nishant exploited the trust placed in him to access Gupta's credit card details without authorisation.
Nishant allegedly enlisted his brother, Nikil Kumar, 26, also from the same locality, as a handler and facilitator. The third accused, Yash Sharma, 22, also from Gokalpuri, allegedly visited jewellery shops in Najafgarh, Delhi, and Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, where he reportedly posed as the legitimate cardholder to purchase gold coins using the stolen credentials.
The Investigation and Arrests
The case was registered as E-FIR No. 172/2026 dated 14 May 2026 under Sections 318(4), 303(2), 317(2), and 361(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at PS Cyber East, after Gupta filed a complaint through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) alleging several unauthorised transactions on his account.
A dedicated police team was constituted under the supervision of ACP/Operations Pavan Kumar and led by SHO/Cyber East Inspector Pawan Yadav, assisted by Sub Inspector Rinki, Head Constable Kuldeep, HC Paras, and HC Poonam. The team conducted sustained technical analysis, field surveillance, CCTV footage examination, and verified transaction records and jewellery purchase details from shops in both states.
What Was Recovered
Police recovered four gold coins out of the five that were allegedly purchased using the stolen card. According to officials, the total gold purchased weighed approximately 55 grams, while the recovered quantity weighed nearly 50 grams. All three accused were produced before a court for judicial custody following their arrest.
Police Advisory for Citizens
Delhi Police urged citizens to safeguard their banking credentials and never share sensitive information such as OTPs, PINs, CVVs, or card numbers with anyone — including domestic staff, attendants, or persons in trusted roles. Those who notice suspicious transactions are advised to contact their bank immediately and report the incident through the NCRP or the Cyber Helpline Number 1930.
Further investigation is underway to identify additional associates and recover the remaining proceeds of the crime.
Point of View
But the broader question is systemic: banks need to flag unusual purchase-category spikes — multiple gold buys in quick succession — as high-risk triggers warranting immediate cardholder verification.
NationPress
12 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Delhi credit card fraud case arrested on 27 May 2026?
Delhi Police arrested three men for allegedly using a stolen IndusInd Bank credit card to make fraudulent purchases of gold coins worth ₹9,58,051. The prime accused was the complainant's own caretaker, who allegedly accessed the card details without authorisation.
Who are the three accused arrested by Delhi Police?
The three accused are Nishant Kumar (22), the complainant's nursing attendant and alleged prime conspirator; his brother Nikil Kumar (26), who allegedly acted as handler; and Yash Sharma (22), who allegedly visited jewellery shops to make the purchases. All three are residents of Saboli, Shakti Garden, Gokalpuri in North East Delhi.
How much gold was recovered in the Delhi cyber fraud case?
Police recovered four gold coins weighing approximately 50 grams. A fifth coin, accounting for roughly 5 grams, is yet to be recovered. The total value of fraudulent transactions was ₹9,58,051.
How can citizens report credit card fraud in Delhi?
Citizens can report unauthorised banking transactions through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) or by calling the Cyber Helpline Number 1930. Police also advise immediately contacting the issuing bank to block the compromised card.
Under which legal sections was the Delhi credit card fraud case registered?
The case was registered as E-FIR No. 172/2026 dated 14 May 2026 under Sections 318(4), 303(2), 317(2), and 361(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at PS Cyber East, New Delhi.
