In a significant breakthrough against digital crime, Rajasthan Police has dismantled a sophisticated fake news and extortion network that specifically targeted Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari. The elaborate scheme, which operated across state lines, has led to the arrest of two key suspects from Madhya Pradesh.
The Elaborate Scam Uncovered
According to police officials, the criminal operation followed a carefully crafted pattern. The accused would first create and circulate fabricated news stories and morphed images targeting prominent political figures, particularly focusing on Deputy CM Diya Kumari.
The modus operandi involved multiple stages:
- Creating and spreading false news content through social media platforms
- Generating morphed images to support their fabricated narratives
- Targeting high-profile political personalities and their associates
- Demanding money to remove the damaging content from circulation
Cross-State Police Operation
The investigation gained momentum when Rajasthan Police's Special Operations Group (SOG) received crucial intelligence about the racket's activities. Acting swiftly on the information, police teams coordinated across state boundaries to track down the perpetrators.
The breakthrough came when investigators identified the digital footprint leading to Madhya Pradesh, where the accused were allegedly operating their extortion scheme. In a carefully planned operation, police teams raided locations in MP and apprehended the two main suspects.
Growing Concern Over Digital Extortion
This case highlights the increasing threat of digital extortion rackets targeting public figures in India. The sophistication of the operation, involving cross-state coordination and advanced digital manipulation techniques, points to an evolving landscape of cybercrime.
Police authorities have indicated that the investigation is ongoing, with possibilities of more arrests as they uncover additional links in the criminal network. The case has drawn attention to the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures and public awareness about such digital extortion tactics.
As the probe continues, Rajasthan Police has assured that they are working to identify all individuals involved in the racket and prevent similar operations from targeting other public figures in the future.
