Muzaffarnagar. The Cyber Police Station in Muzaffarnagar has busted a cyber fraud gang that allegedly cheated traders by promising them large business orders from overseas through a fake website named ‘Vision Trade India’. Three accused have been arrested in connection with the case. According to police, the gang cheated more than 30 traders from different states of around ₹1.50 crore. Three mobile phones, a PAN card and several documents related to the company have been recovered from the accused. Investigators also found that certificates, including GMP, ISO and ICE-UK documents, were allegedly fake.
According to police, the case came to light following cybercrime complaints received through the Ministry of Home Affairs’ online ‘Pratibimb’ portal. The complaints indicated that money allegedly cheated from victims was being withdrawn from ATMs in Muzaffarnagar. The Cyber Police then conducted a detailed investigation and technical analysis of mobile numbers, bank accounts and financial transactions. The investigation eventually led to the alleged network operating through the fake website.
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Website used to identify potential victims
Investigators found that the accused were operating a website under the name ‘Vision Trade India’. The website was designed to attract traders looking for overseas buyers and business opportunities for their products. When traders searched the website for products such as agricultural goods, garments, fashion products, automobile parts, electronics, furniture or chemicals, the website administrator allegedly obtained their details.
The gang members would then contact the traders by phone. During the conversations, they allegedly promised to help them sell their products in domestic and international markets and secure large business orders from overseas buyers. By presenting the prospect of foreign buyers and increased business opportunities, the accused allegedly persuaded traders to subscribe to their services.
Additional payments demanded after membership
According to police, after the initial contact, traders were asked to pay money in the name of website membership and subscription. The accused allegedly demanded additional payments for various certifications and verification processes required for conducting international business. This allowed the gang to collect money from the same trader in several stages.
Investigators found that the accused had allegedly prepared various certificates and documents to make the operation appear genuine. These included GMP, ISO and ICE-UK certificates. Police found the documents to be fake during the investigation. After collecting money in the name of certification and verification, the accused allegedly kept traders waiting for overseas buyers and genuine business orders.
Contact cut off when no orders arrived
The alleged fraud would enter its final stage when traders failed to receive any genuine business orders for a long period. When victims contacted the accused or the website seeking information about buyers and pending orders, the accused allegedly began avoiding their calls and queries. Eventually, they stopped responding to phone calls and WhatsApp messages altogether. By then, traders had already paid substantial amounts to the gang.
Three accused arrested
Police have arrested Vishal Saini, Gaurav Kumar and Shivam in connection with the case. Vishal Saini, a resident of Parasoli village in the Budhana area of Muzaffarnagar, is educated up to Class 12. According to police, he was involved in farming and ran a dairy business in his village.
The second accused, Gaurav Kumar, is originally from Birauli village in Darbhanga district of Bihar and was residing in the Palam area of New Delhi. He is educated up to Class 10 and has been identified as the alleged administrator of the website.
The third accused, Shivam, is originally from Ganga Patti village in Darbhanga district of Bihar and was residing in Delhi. He is educated up to Class 12 and allegedly handled accounting work for the website.
Bank accounts and other complaints under investigation
Police have recovered three mobile phones, a PAN card and several documents linked to the company from the accused. Investigators are now examining the bank accounts, mobile numbers and digital transactions associated with the alleged gang. Complaints reported from different states are also being examined to determine whether they are connected to the same network.
Police said the investigation so far has identified more than 30 traders who were allegedly cheated of around ₹1.50 crore. The number of victims and the total amount involved could increase as investigators examine additional complaints, financial transactions and other links associated with the suspected network.
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.
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