A 19-year-old boy, Anil Bishnoi, was arrested in Phalodi, Rajasthan, for defrauding Canara Bank employee Darpesh Neme of Rs5 lakh in January 2024.
The arrest followed a complaint by Neme, prompting the police to register a case under multiple sections of the IPC, including 420 (cheating) and 406 (criminal breach of trust). Bishnoi was placed under a three-day police remand.
The investigation revealed that Bishnoi and his accomplices had created a fake share trading platform resembling the legitimate Indira Securities. They enticed Neme with an advertisement on Facebook, promising high returns on investments.
After convincing Neme to download their fraudulent trading app, the scammers added him to a WhatsApp group offering trading tips. They encouraged him to invest in fake IPOs. Neme transferred ₹5 lakh to a fake account, believing he was making a legitimate investment. However, when he tried to withdraw his funds, the fraudsters demanded an additional 20% tax on profits and eventually cut off all communication.
Following the complaint, the police formed a special team under the guidance of SP Manoj Kumar, with SI Chanchal Singh leading the investigation. The team tracked down Bishnoi by monitoring social media platforms and coordinated efforts across states. Bishnoi was apprehended while socializing in the desert.
The gang is believed to have defrauded victims nationwide, with losses estimated to exceed ₹10 crore. The successful operation conducted by the Kukshi police has been hailed as a significant breakthrough in tackling cyber fraud. The police team involved in the investigation has been commended for their efforts in bringing the criminals to justice.
