Delhi’s cyber warriors strike again! A sophisticated cyber fraud ring infamous for its ‘Digital Arrest’ modus operandi has been smoked out, with five perpetrators now behind bars. The operation, spanning several weeks of surveillance, marks a significant win in the battle against online swindlers.
Imagine getting a call from someone claiming to be a top cop, accusing you of heinous crimes, and ordering you to remain under ‘house arrest’ on video. That’s the terrifying tactic this gang mastered, bleeding victims dry by demanding payments for fabricated charges. Reports indicate losses running into tens of crores from panicked marks across states.
Raids in Delhi’s suburban hideouts yielded a treasure trove of evidence: dozens of mobile phones, voice-modulating software, scripted dialogues mimicking police lingo, and ledgers detailing their loot. The arrested include the ringleader, a tech-savvy operator with prior cyber offenses, and his accomplices who handled the extortion calls.
‘Fear is their weapon; vigilance is ours,’ declared the lead investigator. Police recovered funds traceable to luxury purchases and hawala networks. As the interrogation continues, links to larger interstate syndicates are emerging.
In light of this expose, experts recommend installing call-blocking apps and never sharing OTPs. Delhi Police’s success story is a clarion call: cyber predators are being hunted down relentlessly.
