Tonk Police Apprehend Two in Major Rs 90 Lakh Cyber Fraud Bust
In a significant crackdown on cyber crime, the District Special Team of Tonk has successfully arrested two individuals for their involvement in a sophisticated fraud scheme amounting to Rs 90 lakh. The arrests were made on Saturday as part of the ongoing Operation Hunter, a dedicated initiative launched by the Police Headquarters to combat digital crimes across the region.
Accused Identified and Modus Operandi Revealed
The accused have been identified as Namonarayan Meena and Aakash Meena, both residents of Tonk. According to police reports, the duo orchestrated their fraudulent activities through a network of fake links and utilized more than 100 counterfeit SIM cards to evade detection. Their method involved sending deceptive messages via WhatsApp, impersonating legitimate trade links and insurance companies to lure unsuspecting victims.
Evidence Seized and Complaints Registered
During the raid, authorities seized a substantial amount of evidence, including:
- Bank passbooks, ATM cards, debit cards, and credit cards
- Several mobile phones used in the fraudulent operations
- Two expensive power bikes, believed to be purchased with illicit funds
Additionally, around 21 online complaints had been registered against the accused on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP), highlighting the widespread impact of their schemes.
Police Statement and Ongoing Investigation
Tonk SP Rajesh Kumar Meena provided details on the operation, stating that the arrests were carried out in the Purani Tonk police station area. "Upon uncovering the cyber fraud worth Rs 90 lakh, a formal case was registered, leading to their arrest," he explained. The accused were detained under Operation Hunter, which aims to proactively prevent such crimes through coordinated efforts.
During interrogation, the duo confessed to using over 100 fake mobile SIMs issued under various aliases to execute their fraud. Police are now intensifying their investigation to uncover potential links to other cyber fraud incidents in different locations, with further interrogations underway to gather comprehensive evidence.
