₹15 Crore Cyber Fraud Network Busted In Madhya Pradesh; 18 Arrested, Foreign Links Under Probe

Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh): The Madhya Pradesh State Cyber Police in Jabalpur has uncovered a major inter-state cyber fraud network. Six suspects were arrested from Hyderabad and Haryana, adding to the 12 already detained from Jabalpur, Satna, and Bhopal.

A total of 18 people are now in custody. The gang operated across several states, defrauding victims of crores. Authorities are investigating foreign links and the gang’s connection to a larger organized network. The Madhya Pradesh ATS has joined the probe.

According to information, the suspects lured people through fake gaming apps, government schemes, and social media scams. Investigators revealed that the gang funneled stolen money to Dubai and other Gulf countries, prompting a probe into possible terror funding links. The gang also opened fake bank accounts, allegedly with the help of some bank employees.

Recent arrests include Mohammad Masooq, Chanchal Vishwakarma, Neeraj Yadav, Ramnath Kumar, Govind Kumar, and Sajid Khan. Police seized 14 laptops, 40 mobile phones, 79 ATM cards, six bank passbooks, five QR codes, and two chequebooks. These tools were used in the fraudulent operations.

Earlier arrests led to the recovery of ₹15 lakh in cash, 27 bank passbooks, 48 ATM cards, eight laptops, 20 mobile phones, and other devices. The accused targeted victims with promises of government benefits, fake investments, and fraudulent social media profiles.

Police Probe

Authorities are probing the gang's possible foreign links and connections to a larger organized network. The Madhya Pradesh ATS has also joined the investigation. Citizens are advised to remain vigilant and promptly report any instances of cyber fraud to the police.