Cyber Crime
UP Police Bust Counterfeit Cheque Gang Behind Rs 4.5 Crore Fraud
The Ghaziabad Cyber Crime Police have apprehended three individuals involved in an international cyber fraud operation, recovering stolen devices and bank documents.
Ghaziabad, December 30, 2024 – The Cyber Crime Police in Ghaziabad have successfully dismantled an international cyber fraud network, arresting three individuals involved in crimes spanning multiple states. The accused were apprehended with nine mobile phones, one chequebook, one passbook, and two ATM cards, all linked to fraudulent activities amounting to Rs. 4.5 crore.
The investigation revealed that the accused were targeting bank accounts across India, primarily in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh. Among those arrested are Amit Roy (29), Vivek Kumar (36), and Rahul (33), who have been linked to sophisticated cyber fraud techniques. Their operations included opening bank accounts using fake identities, exploiting bounced cheques, and withdrawing money fraudulently.
The accused also engaged in purchasing high-end goods such as expensive smartphones using funds obtained from cybercrimes. A gang member, Amit Roy, confessed that the group comprised multiple individuals, including members from states like West Bengal, Uttarakhand, and Delhi. The police are now searching for other gang members, including Uttam Da and Mukesh Chauhan.
The gang’s modus operandi involved creating fake bank accounts, depositing forged cheques, and withdrawing funds before the discrepancies were identified. They also specialized in altering the names on cheques and utilizing fake credentials for transactions.
The arrested individuals were identified as:
- Amit Roy (29): A resident of Beldanga, West Bengal, with a background in computer science.
- Vivek Kumar (36): A native of Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, and a graduate in science.
- Rahul (33): From Sonia Vihar, Delhi, with a high school education.
The investigation also highlighted how this gang coordinated fraudulent activities across major cities, including Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Chennai, and Hyderabad.
This breakthrough is expected to lead to further arrests, as the police intensify their efforts to trace the remaining gang members and recover additional funds. The recovered items, including mobile phones and bank documents, are being analyzed for further leads.