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The Hyderabad Police, in a well-coordinated operation spanning multiple states, successfully apprehended 18 individuals allegedly involved in various cybercrimes. The operation, conducted by six teams from the city's cyber-crime unit, resulted in the seizure of assets worth Rs. 6.94 crore, highlighting the scale and sophistication of the criminal activities.
The apprehended individuals, including Nikesh Bhati, Sanjay Biman Das, Yogesh Kumar, and others, were wanted in a total of 319 cases across India, with 45 cases originating in Telangana. These cases encompassed a range of cyber-fraud activities, including investment scams, digital fraud, sextortion, OTP fraud, and insurance fraud. The Hyderabad Police, employing a combination of technological expertise and human intelligence, meticulously tracked down the suspects' hideouts before executing the arrests.
The recovered assets, which included Rs. 5 lakh in cash, 26 mobile phones, 16 ATM cards, 7 passbooks, 11 cheque books, 10 SIM cards, 2 laptops, 2 desktops, and a hard disk, provide further evidence of the suspects' involvement in the criminal activities. Additionally, Rs. 1.61 crore was frozen in their bank accounts, demonstrating the financial magnitude of the cyber-fraud network.
The Hyderabad City Police Commissioner, CV Anand, emphasized the importance of public awareness in combating cybercrime. He urged citizens to exercise caution when sharing personal information online, particularly on investment platforms, and to remain vigilant against courier frauds, dating platforms, and unauthorized trading apps and websites. He stressed the need for immediate reporting of any suspicious activity to the police, emphasizing the crucial role of public cooperation in preventing future cybercrimes.
Source: Hyderabad police nab 18 cyber fraudsters; Rs.6.94 crore seized