Police in Uttar Pradesh’s Lakhimpur Kheri district have arrested 12 alleged members of a cyber fraud gang accused of operating online scam activities through fake SIM cards, bank accounts, and digital payment channels. Authorities said the operation led to the recovery of mobile phones, SIM cards, cash, and other digital equipment allegedly used in cybercrime activities.
Police Raid Leads to Arrest of 12 Suspects
According to officials, the arrests were made during a coordinated operation conducted after police received intelligence inputs regarding suspicious cyber activities in the region. Investigators alleged that the accused were involved in organized online fraud operations targeting victims through digital communication platforms and fraudulent financial transactions.
Police said the accused were allegedly using multiple SIM cards and mobile devices to avoid detection while carrying out cyber fraud activities. Authorities have begun examining digital records and communication data recovered during the raid.
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SIM Cards, Mobile Phones and Cash Seized
During the operation, police reportedly recovered a large number of SIM cards, mobile phones, ATM-related material, and cash suspected to be linked to cyber fraud transactions. Investigators believe the seized devices may contain evidence related to online scams and financial fraud networks operating across different states.
Officials alleged that fake or illegally obtained SIM cards were being used to create temporary communication channels for fraud operations. Authorities are now tracing bank account details and digital payment records connected to the accused.
Investigators Probe Wider Cybercrime Network
Police suspect the arrested individuals may be connected to a larger organized cybercrime syndicate involved in financial fraud, fake calls, and digital scams. Investigators are examining whether the gang operated through coordinated roles involving account handling, communication management, and money transfers.
Authorities are also probing possible interstate links and whether additional suspects were involved in arranging bank accounts, SIM cards, or digital infrastructure used in the alleged fraud operation.
Rise in SIM-Based Cyber Fraud Under Scanner
Cybercrime investigators have repeatedly warned about the growing use of fake SIM cards, mule bank accounts, and digital wallets in online fraud cases. Law enforcement agencies across India have intensified crackdowns on organized cybercrime groups using mobile networks and online platforms to target victims.
Officials said the investigation is continuing and further arrests may be possible as police analyze the seized digital evidence and financial transaction trail.
