Hisar police have arrested five members of a cyber fraud gang for allegedly duping people through fake calls and phishing attacks. The arrests were made during a special operation conducted by the cyber crime unit of the district police.
Details of the Arrest
The accused were identified as Rahul, Vikas, Sunil, Ravi, and Amit, all residents of Hisar and nearby areas. Police recovered several mobile phones, SIM cards, and other electronic devices used in the fraudulent activities. The gang is believed to have cheated multiple victims across the state.
Modus Operandi
The gang would call victims posing as bank officials or customer service representatives, tricking them into sharing sensitive information such as OTPs, bank account details, and passwords. They would then siphon off money from the victims' accounts.
Police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Information Technology Act. Further investigation is underway to trace other members of the gang and identify more victims.
Authorities have urged citizens to remain vigilant and not share personal or financial information over the phone. They advised reporting any suspicious calls to the cyber crime helpline immediately.
