Mohali Police Dismantles Major Cyber Fraud Operation, Arrests Eight Individuals
Cyber Crime Hub Emerges in Mohali
Once known for its cricket stadium and tech parks, Mohali is now gaining notoriety as a hub for cybercrime. Since May 2024, this marks the fifth significant bust, with local authorities recently shutting down an illegal call center operating from the Acme Eden Court Society in Sector 91. This center is accused of defrauding victims of approximately ₹50 crores through sophisticated cryptocurrency scams. A total of eight individuals, including one woman, have been apprehended in connection with this case.
Details of the Call Center Raid
The Punjab police have reported the dismantling of an illegal call center in Mohali, which allegedly scammed people out of nearly ₹50 crores through online fraud. According to police officials, they received tips about the operation being run from a flat in the Eden Court Society located in Sector 91.
The police revealed that the suspects operated a fraudulent call center that sent threatening messages to individuals, falsely claiming that they had purchased cryptocurrency and that funds would be withdrawn from their bank accounts.
Ongoing Investigation and Seizures
Following the raid, authorities seized 12 laptops, 14 mobile phones used for communicating with victims, and a car, all of which are considered crucial evidence in the ongoing investigation. This illegal operation had reportedly been active for six months, with initial estimates suggesting that the total amount defrauded could be around ₹50 crores. The police are actively working to identify additional accomplices and trace financial connections related to the scam.
During the operation, the police are committed to uncovering all aspects of this fraud, aiming to bring all involved parties to justice and recover the defrauded amounts.