Authorities have issued a stern warning that opening mule accounts or receiving money from cyber fraud can have severe legal consequences, with a minimum punishment of 10 years in prison. So far, 21 individuals have been arrested, and police officials have assured that every account holder involved in the scam will be interrogated. The crackdown is expected to continue until all perpetrators are brought to justice.
Investigators have identified Srinagar, various parts of Kashmir, and Jammu as major hubs for cyber fraud activities. Given the vast scale of the operation, authorities anticipate a lengthy investigation, but they remain determined to dismantle these fraud networks. The Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), Ministry of Home Affairs, New Delhi, has played a crucial role in supporting this effort.
Beyond domestic fraud operations, authorities have also uncovered international links to cybercrime. Scammers have lured individuals from India, particularly Jammu & Kashmir to Myanmar, Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines, deceiving them with false job offers and later coercing them into cyber fraud activities. Recently, 11 victims, including a young woman from Jammu & Kashmir, were rescued and safely returned to India.
This case highlights the growing sophistication of cyber fraud, particularly through social media recruitment tactics. Officials strongly urge citizens to remain cautious, avoid responding to suspicious financial opportunities, and report any fraudulent activities to prevent further exploitation.
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