In a significant breakthrough against international cybercrime, the Central Bureau of Investigation has apprehended Vikas Kumar Nimar, a prime accused who had been evading capture for his role in operating a sophisticated transnational fraud network. The arrest in Lucknow led to the busting of another illegal call centre he was running, which specifically targeted citizens of the United States.
Major Crackdown on Cybercrime Network
The CBI had initially registered a case on 24 September 2024, launching an extensive investigation that resulted in coordinated raids across multiple cities. During these September operations, the federal agency successfully dismantled four illegal call centres located in Pune, Hyderabad, and Visakhapatnam. These centres were identified as key hubs in the international scam operation.
The Hunt and Capture of the Mastermind
Vikas Kumar Nimar, who played a crucial role in establishing and managing illegal call centres under the banner of VC Infrometrix Pvt Ltd in Pune and Visakhapatnam, had been on the run since the case was filed. To facilitate his capture, the CBI secured an arrest warrant from the Court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate in Pune.
The persistent efforts of investigators paid off when they arrested the absconding accused from his Lucknow residence on 20 November 2025. A thorough search of his premises yielded substantial evidence, including Rs 14 lakh in cash, multiple mobile phones, and various documents containing incriminating information about the criminal activities.
Another Illegal Operation Uncovered
During the search operations in Lucknow, the CBI made another startling discovery - Nimar had been operating yet another illegal call centre from the city. This facility was also targeting US nationals as part of the transnational scam network. Authorities immediately shut down this operation and seized 52 laptops containing crucial digital evidence that could help unravel the full extent of the criminal network.
The investigation remains active as the CBI continues its efforts to identify and dismantle organized, technology-enabled crime networks. The agency is working in close coordination with INTERPOL and foreign law enforcement agencies to combat this growing threat of international cybercrime that transcends geographical boundaries.
