Delhi’s cyber crime unit delivered a decisive blow to a fraudulent syndicate masquerading as law enforcement officers. The gang’s ‘digital arrest’ scheme was exposed following the arrest of three suspects who defrauded one man of over Rs 14 lakh, using an account that processed Rs 2.2 crore in illicit funds.
Satyapal Gupta from West Vinay Nagar fell victim on February 21. A WhatsApp call from a stranger posing as a high-ranking cop alleged his account was tied to money laundering. Under duress from threats of arrest, Gupta wired Rs 14.20 lakh to the scammer’s account before grasping the con and alerting police.
Registering the FIR at the cyber cell, a specialist squad under Inspector Gaj Singh—monitored by ACP Virender Dalal—included SI Rahul and constables Vijay, Ajay Chillar, and Sanjay. Their probe zeroed in on the recipient ICICI Bank account owned by Renuder Services and Solutions Pvt Ltd.
Delving into linked phone numbers and emails uncovered vital clues. Sashinder Ram, the director, was apprehended on March 9 at Kashmiri Gate. He admitted to leasing his account for frauds, pocketing commissions.
Further grilling revealed his partners: Mohammad Kaif and Monish, rounded up from Uttar Pradesh’s Kairana and Saharanpur. They managed the creation of sham accounts at various banks, including Kotak Mahindra, fueling the scam operations.
Seized mobiles contained WhatsApp evidence of a coordinated crime ring. With more suspects at large, investigations continue unabated.
Police advise caution: Ignore unknown calls demanding money or details, especially those invoking authority. Report suspicions immediately via 1930, local police, or cyber portals to safeguard your finances.