The Mohali Crime Branch has busted a big cyber fraud gang, arresting seven African students who were charged with running a big bank fraud with fake IDs and phone numbers. The gang allegedly worked by opening fake email IDs and cheating individuals on the internet with numerous online cons.
Major highlights
The police arrested all seven accused from Noida. In the crackdown, officials took into custody almost 80 mobile phones, two MacBooks, and two laptops.
The gang utilized counterfeit Indian and foreign SIM cards—91 in total—to build false identities and conduct banking frauds.
Investigators uncovered that the syndicate had made transactions worth around ₹15 crore (150 million rupees) in these phony accounts so far. Seven accused have been remanded in police custody for two days for investigation and further questioning. Some of the accused still possess valid Indian visas, while the visas of others have lapsed, SSP Mohali said. The police are verifying their immigration status and exploring more leads.
Ongoing investigations
The Mohali police are still investigating to determine more victims and potential accomplices. Authorities have requested the public to stay alert and report suspicious online activities immediately.