Dongri police have successfully dismantled an international online fraud racket, arresting 11 individuals involved in luring victims with fake trading apps. The gang used deceptive tactics to attract victims, promising high returns on IPO and stock market investments.
The fraud came to light after a pensioner filed an FIR on August 6, 2024, reporting a loss of approximately Rs8.60 lakh through these fraudulent schemes. Following the FIR, the Dongri police initiated an investigation, leading to the arrest of six individuals on January 31, 2025, and the seizure of several items, including five laptops, 17 mobile phones, and two cars.
The investigation revealed that key members of the gang, including Dinesh Tayde, Akash Dusane, and Parel, traveled to Nepal and Cambodia as part of their operations. The group managed to defraud victims of a total of Rs2 crore.
The arrested individuals include Gautam Gopal Das (47), Shrinivas Raju Rao (36), Omkar Yuvraj Thorat (27), and Shrikant Balasaheb Salunkhe (22). They are being booked under several sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the IT Act, including sections 66C and 66D.
All 11 accused have been remanded to police custody until February 6, 2025, for further investigation. The operation was carried out under the supervision of DCP Zone 1, Mr. Munde, Senior Police Inspector Sachin Kothembre, and their team.
