Rajasthan Police Dismantle Online Escort Operation, Three Apprehended
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Synopsis
Rajasthan Police in Churu district successfully dismantled an online escort service gang, arresting three suspects and recovering numerous mobile devices and foreign driving licenses. This operation highlights the police's commitment to combating cybercrime.
Key Takeaways
- Three suspects arrested
- Fake escort service website identified
- Numerous mobile phones and SIM cards seized
- Fraudulent activities reported by victims
- Rajasthan Police's vigilance in cybercrime prevention
Jaipur/Churu, Jan 28 (NationPress) Rajasthan Police in Churu district have effectively dismantled a gang engaged in an online escort service, resulting in the arrest of three individuals.
The operation led to the confiscation of 12 mobile phones, 4 SIM cards, driving licenses belonging to five foreign nationals, two cheque books, and a financial ledger.
Superintendent of Police Jai Yadav detailed that the suspects had established a fraudulent website called SKOKKA Australia, which falsely promoted escort services in multiple countries.
The site showcased images of Indian and foreign women alongside contact numbers. Upon reaching out to the listed numbers, victims were asked for an advance payment.
Subsequently, further funds were extorted under the guise of security and additional charges. When victims began to suspect deceit and sought refunds, the fraudsters blocked their numbers. The fear of public embarrassment frequently prevented victims from informing the police.
During the ongoing Cyber Shield Campaign initiated by the Director General of Police, Rajasthan (January 2–31), intelligence was gathered regarding an online escort service operating in Dhanauthi Chhoti village under the jurisdiction of Siddhmukh police station.
Guided by Additional SP Kishori Lal and CO Rajgarh Nishchay Prasad MIPS, a team led by SHO Pushpendra Singh executed a raid in Dhanauthi Chhoti village. ASI Ramnarayan and his team apprehended three suspects: Narendra Sheoran (26), Anil Kumar Sheoran (30), and Mahendra Kumar (30). The raid also yielded 12 mobile phones, 4 SIM cards, driving licenses of five Australian nationals, two cheque books, and a financial ledger.
This operation was conducted by ASI Ramnarayan, alongside Head Constable Pramod Kumar, and Constables Suresh Kumar, Ishwar Singh, Jaipal, Rohtas Kumar, Pratap Singh, Sunil Kumar, Rakesh Kumar, Mahavir Singh, Sunil Kumar, and Lady Constable Ompati.
The success of this operation underscores the vigilance of Rajasthan Police in addressing cybercrime and fraudulent activities, stated officials.
