Cyber Crime
Delhi Cyber Fraudster Arrested for Running ‘Like & Share’ Scam Across 23 States
A cyber fraudster from Delhi has been arrested in Sirsa, Haryana, for allegedly running a ‘like and share’ investment scam, tricking victims into investing in Telegram-based fraudulent schemes. The accused lured victims with promises of high returns, resulting in complaints from across 23 states.
New Delhi/Sirsa: In a major crackdown on cyber fraud, Delhi Police arrested a cybercriminal from Sirsa, Haryana, for allegedly orchestrating a ‘like and share’ scam through Telegram. The scam duped victims by promising high returns for engaging with social media content. The accused, identified as Raj Kumar from Dwarka, was arrested on February 6 after a detailed investigation into fraudulent financial transactions.
How the Scam Worked
Victims were lured via Telegram and other online platforms with the promise of easy money. They were offered part-time work that involved liking and sharing online content for a commission. However, after gaining their trust, the scammers convinced them to invest in ‘premium’ packages to maximize earnings, falsely promising high returns.
One such victim, who filed a complaint on December 9, 2023, at the Dwarka Cyber Crime police station, stated that they had invested Rs 3.3 lakh into the scheme. However, the promised returns never materialized.
According to DCP (Dwarka) Ankit Singh, the fraudsters operated by switching off their phones and deleting Telegram groups once enough victims had been scammed. This left investors without any means of contacting the fraudsters, leading to 85 cyber fraud complaints from across 23 states.
Financial Trail and Arrest
A forensic investigation traced the bank account used for receiving defrauded funds, which was linked to an IndusInd Bank account operated by Raj Kumar. Scrutiny of the account revealed suspicious transactions amounting to Rs 1.4 crore.
Once the financial link was established, police teams pursued Raj Kumar for over 80 km before finally arresting him in Sirsa.
Authorities Warn Public
Officials have cautioned people to remain vigilant against easy-money schemes that ask for financial investments in return for high profits. Cybercrime units across the country are monitoring similar fraudulent operations and urging the public to report suspicious job offers promising unrealistic earnings.
The case remains under investigation, with police working to track down other potential accomplices in the scam.
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