Agra: Police have uncovered an alleged fake call centre operating from a rented flat in RK Puram under the Tajganj police station area. On Saturday, police raided the premises and detained two men and two women. According to police, the suspects allegedly posted attractive but fake job advertisements on social media to draw job seekers into their network. They would then communicate with potential victims through calls and messages, allegedly gaining their confidence before demanding money on different pretexts. Mobile phones, SIM cards, laptops and other materials were recovered from the premises.
Police had reportedly been receiving information for some time about suspicious activities and the operation of a suspected fake call centre from the flat in RK Puram. After gathering preliminary information, a police team raided the premises on Saturday. Four people present at the location were detained for questioning. Investigators are now examining the recovered electronic devices and questioning the suspects to establish the extent of the alleged operation.
Four suspects from different locations
According to police, the four people detained include two men and two women. One of the men is reportedly a resident of Ghanganwa village under Sarai Khwaja police station in Jaunpur district, while the other is from Kadinga village under Mufassil police station in Chhapra, Bihar.
The two women are reportedly from different areas. One is a resident of Gobar Chowki under the Tajganj police station area of Agra, while the other is from Kosi Kalan in Mathura district. Police are examining the individual roles of all four suspects and trying to determine who was responsible for contacting potential victims and who handled the alleged collection of money.
Job advertisements allegedly used to target victims
During the preliminary investigation, police found that the suspects allegedly posted advertisements related to job opportunities on social media platforms. The advertisements reportedly promised attractive employment opportunities and other benefits to people looking for jobs.
People responding to the advertisements were allegedly contacted through mobile phones or messaging applications. Investigators suspect that the suspects would establish communication with potential victims and gradually gain their confidence.
They allegedly demanded money by citing different reasons connected with the recruitment process or other formalities. Police are now investigating the identities and names allegedly used by the suspects, the social media accounts through which advertisements were posted and the number of people who may have been contacted.
Mobile phones, SIM cards and laptops under scrutiny
During the raid, police recovered several mobile phones, SIM cards, laptops and other materials. Investigators are examining call records, contact lists, social media accounts, messages and other digital information stored on the devices.
The electronic evidence could help investigators identify potential victims, associates and financial transactions linked to the suspected operation. Police are also examining which social media platforms were allegedly used to publish the fake advertisements and who controlled the accounts.
The investigation will also focus on the communication patterns between the suspects and people who responded to the advertisements. Police are attempting to establish whether the operation was limited to Agra or whether victims from other cities and states were also targeted.
Flat owner questioned
Police are also questioning the owner of the rented flat where the suspected call centre was allegedly operating. Investigators are trying to determine whether the owner was aware of the activities being conducted on the premises.
Rental agreements and other relevant records may also be examined as part of the investigation. If the digital evidence establishes a connection between the premises and the alleged fraudulent activities, police will determine whether further action is required against any other person.
Deputy Commissioner of Police Syed Ali Abbas confirmed that two men and two women had been detained from the flat. He said the recovered materials were being examined and further action would depend on the findings of the investigation.
Police are now trying to determine how long the alleged call centre had been operating, how many people were involved and how many individuals may have been targeted. Investigators are also examining the suspected flow of money and its possible use.
The analysis of electronic evidence, social media activity, financial records and communication details is expected to help police establish the wider network and determine whether the detained suspects were part of a larger organised cyber fraud operation.
About the author — Suvedita Nath is a science student with a growing interest in cybercrime and digital safety. She writes on online activity, cyber threats, and technology-driven risks. Her work focuses on clarity, accuracy, and public awareness.
