Cyber mayhem in Kanpur: International cyber fraud syndicate linked to Cambodia and Malaysia busted; four arrested
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- •International cyber fraud syndicate busted in Kanpur; four arrested
- •Gang had links with fraudulent companies in Cambodia and Malaysia
- •Over 50 people have fallen victim to the scam
- •Police are continuing the investigation; more details may surface
Kanpur Police have busted a large-scale cyber fraud syndicate and arrested four individuals involved in it. The gang was found to be in contact with criminals based in Cambodia and Malaysia, police said. Out of the four arrested, three are from Kanpur itself, while one hails from Indore in Madhya Pradesh.
During the investigation, police found evidence that the group was involved in online fraud. They would contact people through social media, trick them into financial fraud, and then transfer the money to fraudulent companies operating in Cambodia and Malaysia. Police said more than 50 people have fallen victim to this racket so far.
The police have registered an FIR against the gang and are continuing their investigation. One of the accused was arrested on Thursday night, while the remaining three were nabbed on Friday. Police have also seized the bank accounts and digital transfer records used in the fraud.
The police are conducting further investigations into the case, and more details may emerge. They have advised people to remain cautious and vigilant in financial transactions to avoid falling prey to cyber fraud.
