CBI arrests 2 for 11cr 'digital arrest loot'
The CBI has arrested Himanshu Prasad and Unis Biswas, two individuals connected to a massive cyber fraud network that siphoned off Rs 11.4 crore from a Gujarat victim through a 'digital arrest scam'. These arrests are part of Operation Chakra-VI, with the duo accused of routing stolen funds through a company account and managing mule accounts for various cyber frauds.
Why it matters
This case underscores the growing threat of sophisticated cyber fraud and 'digital arrest' scams, highlighting the need for robust law enforcement efforts and public awareness to combat these financial crimes.
NEW DELHI: Following Supreme Court's directions to investigate major 'digital arrest scam' cases, CBI has arrested two individuals connected to a massive cyber fraud network that siphoned off Rs 11.4 crore from a Gujarat victim who was held under 'digital arrest' for three months.The victim was systematically coerced into transferring funds by criminals impersonating cops and officials from Trai.The arrests were made following coordinated raids across 22 locations in 10 states under Operation Chakra-VI, the agency's ongoing offensive against organised cyber crime syndicates.
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