Police Crack Cyber Fraud Ring, Arrest Network Kingpin

In a significant development, the Cyber Police Station of the South West District has successfully apprehended five notorious cyber fraudsters linked to the Jodhpur and Balotra gangs, according to an official briefing. The individuals arrested have been identified as Ravindra Vishnoi, Mahipal, Mohd. Yaseen, Rohit Nimbawat, and Yash Vaishnav.

The operation resulted in the recovery of 10 high-end mobile phones, 12 proxy SIM cards, seven mule bank accounts, seven debit cards, two JIO routers, and three suspect IDs, striking a considerable blow to cybercrime operations in the region. The investigation was launched following a complaint to the NCRP regarding an online financial fraud amounting to Rs. 17,31,425, leading to the filing and registration of an FIR.

Investigations revealed the existence of a sophisticated mule account fraud scheme operating across multiple states. The probe focused on the technical aspects and involved the collection of vital data from banks and telecom service providers, eventually leading to the capture of Mohd. Yaseen of Baltora, Rajasthan. Interrogations led to further arrests, including Rohit Nimbawat and Yash Vaishnav, unraveling a complex network of cybercrime activities.

Ravi, the alleged kingpin linked to multiple gang activities, was apprehended after evading capture for an extended period. He disclosed connections with accomplices in China and confirmed the use of mule accounts for duping operations. Meanwhile, police have continued pressing on, succeeding in arresting Ravi's associate Mahipal, further dismantling the fraudulent network.

(With inputs from agencies.)