In a major crackdown on cybercrime, Agra Police arrested around 60 suspected cyber fraudsters after conducting simultaneous raids at nearly 100 locations across the city. The operation targeted an alleged Rs. 50 crore cyber fraud network linked to victims across 13 states.
Following the raids, police registered 16 FIRs after verifying 178 complaints received through the National Cybercrime Helpline 1930 over the past few months. The operation involved surveillance teams, the Special Operation Group, local police stations, the cyber cell, the cybercrime police station, and counter-intelligence units.
According to DCP Aditya Kumar, technical surveillance and intelligence inputs helped identify the suspects before the coordinated action. “The complaints were linked to victims from 13 states, which shows the racket had an interstate network. Based on technical inputs, raids were conducted across the city,” he said.
Police said the accused allegedly created fake matrimonial profiles, trapped victims through online gaming scams, offered fraudulent property deals, and convinced people to open bank accounts in exchange for small commissions. These accounts were reportedly used to receive and transfer money obtained through cyber fraud.
During the preliminary investigation, police found that several suspects were already named in cybercrime cases registered in other states. Investigators are also examining whether the fraud proceeds were routed outside India, as the network is suspected to have interstate and possible international links.
Cases have been registered under relevant legal provisions, including BNS Section 318(4). Police said further action will depend on the examination of seized mobile phones, laptops, bank records, and other digital evidence. Officials added that more arrests are likely as investigators trace the financial trail and verify the roles of account holders, handlers, and beneficiaries.
DCP Kumar also urged citizens to stay alert while using online platforms. “People should remain alert and report cyber fraud immediately through the cybercrime helpline or National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal,” he said.
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