The court in Mathura has rejected the bail plea of an accused involved in a massive ₹21 crore cyber fraud. The accused, Imran, along with his associates, is alleged to have defrauded people through an online scheme under the guise of a cow welfare trust. The bail petition was opposed by Assistant Government Advocate Mukesh Babu Goswami.
Court records reveal that the accused, along with co-conspirators, operated through Shiv Gaura Cow Welfare Trust, opening current accounts in the Indian State Bank, Cantt branch, where approximately ₹21 crore was deposited across four separate dates. Some of the funds were withdrawn, while the remaining amount was placed on hold by the bank. This prompted the cyber police to intensify their investigation.
Large Cyber Fraud Network Uncovered
Investigations have revealed that these accounts were linked to nearly 100 cyber fraud complaints registered from multiple states across India. Authorities say the case involves a sophisticated cybercrime network, with Imran playing a central role as a co-conspirator. The police further stated that co-accused Naushad transferred funds between the accounts of other accomplices, ultimately routing the money into Imran’s account.
ADJ Third Brahmatej Chaturvedi noted that releasing the accused on bail could compromise the ongoing investigation, risk destruction of evidence, and allow diversion of the defrauded funds. Based on these arguments, the court rejected the bail application.
Investigation Ongoing, Other Accused Sought
The cyber police are continuing a detailed investigation into the case. According to officials, digital footprints and technical data have been crucial in tracking the accused. Considering the complexity and scale of the network, authorities said arrests of all involved parties are still underway.
The case underscores the urgent need for heightened vigilance on online platforms and social media, particularly for investments or donations. Citizens are advised to exercise extreme caution in financial and digital transactions to avoid falling prey to fraud.
Court and Cyber Police Maintain Vigilance
Following the bail rejection, the accused remains in judicial custody. Police confirmed that raids and technical surveillance are continuing to identify other members of the fraud network. The court and investigative agencies’ alertness are considered pivotal in dismantling such organized cybercrime networks.
The depth of the case and forensic digital analysis indicate that cybercrime is increasingly becoming large-scale and well-organized. Experts emphasize that the public must remain cautious when investing online or contributing to trusts or NGOs, ensuring thorough verification before any transactions.
