In a major crackdown on organised cybercrime, Goa Police arrested two suspects from Nagaon district, Assam, linked to a high-value ‘digital arrest’ scam that defrauded victims of nearly Rs 1.42 crore. The accused have been identified as Yasmina Ahmed and Asadul Islam, residents of Shimaluguri and Itapara under Nagaon Sadar Police limits.
Investigators revealed that the duo were part of a larger cybercrime racket that targeted victims across multiple states. The perpetrators impersonated police officers and officials from central security agencies, threatening victims with arrest or legal action unless immediate payments were made.
Acting on a complaint in Goa, a special investigation team led by Inspector Jaikar traced the origin of the fraudulent calls to Nagaon with assistance from the local police. Previous investigations had revealed a similar pattern: calls to Goa victims were linked to SIM cards seized during a December operation in which four other suspects were arrested. Matching IMEI numbers strengthened the connection, leading to the arrest of Yasmina and Asadul.
The accused will be taken to Goa on transit remand for further interrogation. Officials noted that Nagaon has emerged as a recurring hub for inter-state cyber fraud, highlighting the ongoing challenge of tackling digital crimes across borders.
