A 26-year-old man has been arrested by the Cyber Police Station of Delhi Police's Central District for allegedly defrauding a woman constable of approximately ₹24 lakh through an investment scam, officials said on Saturday, 24 October 2026. The accused, identified as Vikrant Kumar alias Vicky Tomar, is a resident of Vazidpur village in Baghpat district, Uttar Pradesh.

How the Fraud Unfolded

According to the police, the case originated when the accused allegedly contacted Constable Shiwani of the Delhi Police on Instagram, posing as someone seeking guidance on joining the force through the sports quota. The conversation later moved to WhatsApp, where the accused reportedly cultivated a rapport with the complainant and presented himself as a prominent figure in cricket.

Investigators said he subsequently persuaded Constable Shiwani to invest money by promising high returns. Trusting his assurances, she allegedly transferred her savings from her Axis Bank account, took a personal loan of ₹12 lakh, and borrowed additional funds from acquaintances — bringing her total loss to approximately ₹24 lakh.

Money Trail and Online Betting Link

Of the total amount defrauded, around ₹8 lakh was reportedly transferred to bank accounts linked to the online betting platform 1x.com, allegedly at the accused's direction. The Cyber Police Station is now investigating the complete financial trail to determine whether other individuals or accounts were involved in the alleged fraud.

The case is registered as FIR No. 271/2026, filed on 8 September 2026 under Sections 318(4), 316(2), and 74 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

Allegations of Sexual Misconduct

The complaint also includes allegations of sexual misconduct. According to officials, during an in-person meeting, the accused allegedly touched the complainant's waist inappropriately with the intention of outraging her modesty. This allegation forms part of the case registered against him under the relevant provisions of the BNS.

Wider Investigation Under Way

The Central District Cyber Police team is continuing its investigation to determine whether the accused allegedly defrauded other individuals using a similar modus operandi. Officials said efforts were under way to identify potential additional victims and establish whether further financial transactions are linked to the case. The police have not ruled out further developments as the investigation progresses.

This comes amid a broader surge in cyber-enabled investment scams across Indian cities, where fraudsters frequently exploit social media platforms to establish trust before inducing victims into fraudulent investment schemes.