A Blinkit delivery executive has been arrested by Cyber Crime Police in Azamgarh for allegedly allowing his bank account to be used to receive and withdraw proceeds of online fraud in exchange for commission. Police said the accused, who was working in Varanasi, allegedly helped a cyber fraud network move defrauded funds through his bank account, ATM card and passbook.
Account Flagged During Cyber Fraud Probe
According to police, the accused came under scrutiny during an investigation into suspicious bank accounts and cyber fraud complaints flagged through the Pratibimb Portal. Technical analysis reportedly identified a Bank of Baroda account registered in the name of Amit Maurya, a resident of Samdih village under Rajesultanpur police station limits in Ambedkar Nagar district.
Police said complaints linked to the accused had also been registered on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal from two states. He was subsequently taken into custody for questioning.
Bank Details Allegedly Shared With Associate
During interrogation, the accused allegedly admitted that he had shared access to his bank account, ATM card and passbook with his associate, Saurabh Pandey. Police alleged that members of the cyber fraud network transferred scam proceeds into the account before withdrawing the money through ATMs.
In return, the accused allegedly received a fixed commission for facilitating the transactions. Investigators said he allegedly came into contact with members of the network while working in Varanasi and later became part of their operations.
Police Trace Wider Network
Police recovered an Android mobile phone and ₹2,060 in cash from the accused. Investigators said banking transactions, digital evidence and technical analysis indicate his alleged role in the scheme.
Based on information obtained during questioning, police are now working to identify and arrest other suspected members of the network. Officials said the investigation is continuing and further legal action will depend on the evidence collected.
