Man Arrested in Rs2 Crore Online Scam Linked to Cambodia-Based Group
On Friday, the City Cyber Crime Police arrested 28-year-old K. Manu, a member of an online trading scam group based in Cambodia, for allegedly defrauding a city resident of over Rs2 crore. Manu, hailing from Thirurangadi in Malappuram district, was apprehended upon his arrival at Tiruchirappalli airport in Tamil Nadu after traveling from Cambodia.
Couple Posing as D.K. Suresh’s Relatives Arrested in Rs8.4 Crore Gold Scam
The Chandra Layout police arrested a couple, Aishwarya Gowda and her husband Harish K.N., on charges of defrauding a jewellery shop owner out of Rs8.4 crore worth of gold. The couple allegedly posed as relatives of former MP D.K. Suresh to carry out the scam.
Two Arrested for Cheating Job Seekers in Fake Government Job Scam
Vijayanagar police have arrested two individuals, Hanumanthappa from Tumakuru and Biradar from Vijayapura, for allegedly duping job seekers by promising them government jobs. The duo maintained regular contact with railway employee Govindaraju, whose phone records revealed their involvement in the scam.
Call Centre Racket Busted Jithendra Kumar and Chandan Kumar Arrested
An unauthorized call centre operating near Hulimavu police station was raided on Friday, leading to the arrest of two individuals — Jithendra Kumar, also known as Jithu, and his partner Chandan Kumar. The centre, involved in cybercrime and fraudulent stock trading, had been running for over a year and was operating under the guise of a legitimate business named ‘Fenix Interiors’.
Three Arrested in Rs1.78 Crore Stock Trading Fraud in Kolkata
A Kolkata resident was duped out of Rs1.78 crore by fraudsters who posed as stock trading experts, offering guidance on equity investments. The victim, a resident of Haridevpur, was approached through WhatsApp by an unknown number, offering stock market investment opportunities and training sessions. The fraudsters instructed him to download a mobile application for trading.
Police Arrest Vallepu Naga Raju and Vallepu Srinivas for Flood-Time Thefts
Police have successfully solved multiple theft cases that took place during the recent floods, with arrests made in two separate operations. The accused exploited the flood situation, targeting vacant homes at night and stealing valuables to fund their extravagant lifestyles and substance abuse.
Jasir Arrested After 15 Years for Attempted Murder, Muhammad Faiz Held with 2kg Ganja
In a significant breakthrough, Ernakulam rural police have apprehended Jasir, 39, from Tirur, Malappuram, who had been evading arrest for 15 years in connection with an attempted murder case. The incident dates back to January 2009, when Jasir and his accomplice attacked a man named Muhammad, who was traveling on a scooter in Pezhakkappilly. Although eight suspects were involved, all but Jasir had been arrested previously. The investigation, led by Muvattupuzha DSP P M Baiju, finally culminated in his arrest.
Morigaon Police Arrest 10 Cybercriminals in Major Crackdown, Ajmol Hussain Arrested in Cyber Fraud Case
In a major operation, Morigaon police have arrested 10 cybercriminals as part of a district-wide crackdown to combat cybercrime. The operation, led by Additional Superintendent of Police (Crime Branch) Samiran Baishya, targeted areas including Moirabari, Laharighat, Bhuragaon, and Mayang. The arrested individuals are believed to be involved in a variety of cybercrimes such as online fraud and identity theft.
Kodagu Police Bust International Drug Syndicate, Arrest 7
In a significant achievement, Kodagu police have dismantled a major international drug trafficking network, arresting seven individuals from various regions. Kodagu’s SP, Ramarajan K, confirmed that the operation led to the seizure of 3 kg 31 grams of hydro ganja, valued at an estimated Rs. 3 crores. The police also confiscated a vehicle used in the illegal trade.
Coimbatore Police Arrest Vasanth Shetty, Key Supplier of Narcotics
Nearly two months after dismantling a network of peddlers selling prescription drugs and narcotics in Coimbatore, city police have apprehended a 69-year-old pharmacist, Vasanth Shetty, for his role as a key supplier. Shetty, who ran the Karnataka Medicals pharmacy in Hubballi, Karnataka, was arrested on Saturday by a special team of the Coimbatore police
19-Year-Old Anil Bishnoi Arrested for Defrauding Bank Employee of Rs5 Lakh
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.
Russian National Anatoly Mironov Arrested for Rs 17 Lakh Digital Fraud
Gujarat police have arrested Anatoly Mironov, a Russian national, in connection with a cyber fraud case involving a “digital arrest” scam. The victim, a city-based businessman, was duped of Rs17 lakh by criminals posing as Customs and police officers. Mironov, a resident of Orenburg, Russia, played a crucial role in the operation by acting as a “gatekeeper” for a Chinese-led crime syndicate.
Delhi Police Arrest Sheikh Shahnawaz with Rs2.5 Crore Heroin
Sheikh Shahnawaz, also known as Sohail and Bura, a 23-year-old man from Jahangirpuri, was arrested by Delhi Police on Thursday after being found in possession of heroin worth Rs2.5 crore. Shahnawaz, who has been involved in over a dozen criminal cases, including robbery, theft, and violations of the Arms Act, was apprehended on Wednesday based on specific intelligence inputs
Six Arrested for Operating Clinics Without Medical Degrees in Dindoli
The Dindoli Police Station’s surveillance team has arrested six individuals for practicing medicine without valid medical degrees in the Dindoli Navagam area. The police, using dummy patients, conducted successful raids on several clinics and seized medical equipment and supplies worth Rs52,419.
Kodagu Police Arrest Three, Including Niharika, for Telangana Businessman’s Murder
In a breakthrough investigation, Kodagu police have arrested three individuals in connection with the murder of Ramesh, a 54-year-old real estate businessman from Telangana. The shocking case, which garnered significant attention, was solved just 15 days after a half-decomposed body was discovered on October 8 in Panya Estate, near Suntikoppa, Kodagu district.
Kushalnagara Police Arrest Two for Stealing Gold Jewelry in Diwali Theft
Kushalnagara rural police have arrested two individuals accused of breaking into a house and stealing gold jewelry. The accused, identified as SK Someshekhar (24) from Hakke village and N Abhishek (24) from Machagoudanahalli, Holenarasipur, were taken into custody after the investigation into a theft that occurred during the Diwali festival.
Delhi Man Arrested for Defrauding 700 Women on Dating Platforms
Tushar Singh Bisht, 23, a technical recruiter from Noida, was arrested by Delhi police on Friday for defrauding over 700 women on dating platforms by posing as a US-based model. His arrest followed a complaint from a Delhi University student, marking the culmination of an investigation into his online manipulation and blackmail activities.
Kochi Police Arrest Five, Seize MDMA and Ganja in Separate Cases
In a crackdown on drug-related activities, Kochi City police arrested five individuals, including a woman, across four separate cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act. The police seized approximately 10 grams of MDMA and 5.50 kg of ganja during the operations.
Lake Queen Cruise Scam Two Arrested for Booking Tickets for Rs 1
A recent scam involving the Lake Queen Cruise at Ramgarh Lake in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, has led to the arrest of two individuals, Rajan Sahni and Shivam Nishad. The two youths were arrested for duping the cruise owners after they managed to book four tickets, originally priced at Rs 12,000, for just Re 1 per booking through an online platform.
Harshkumar Kshirsagar and Family Arrested in Rs 21.59 Crore Embezzlement Scam
The shocking embezzlement of Rs 21.59 crore by Harshkumar Kshirsagar, a contractual employee at the Divisional Sports Complex, has sent shockwaves across the state. The city police, while investigating the crime, have uncovered startling new details, revealing that Harshkumar, along with his parents and maternal uncle, meticulously planned the fraudulent scheme to siphon off funds from the sports department.
Deepak Wadekar and Sajan Jadhav Arrested in Mephentermine Sulphate Drug Bust
In a crackdown on illegal drug sales, the Shivajinagar police in Pune arrested two men, Deepak Wadekar and Sajan Jadhav, for allegedly distributing Mephentermine Sulphate injections, a drug commonly misused by young bodybuilders for performance enhancement. The duo was apprehended after the police seized 14 injection vials and a car during their investigation.
Sumit Pille and Kanishkaraj Surwase Arrested in Drug Trafficking Bust
In a significant operation targeting drug trafficking, the Pimpri Chinchwad Crime Branch Unit One arrested two individuals, Sumit Ganesh Pille (32) and Kanishkaraj alias Rana Arun Surwase (21), for allegedly selling mephedrone sulfate injections. The narcotics seized were valued at Rs32,400.
Pune Police Raid Liquid Leisure Lounge Over Drug Use by Minors
In an extensive overnight operation, the Pune Police raided and sealed Liquid Leisure Lounge (L3), a high-end bar located near Fergusson College Road, following a social media video showing minors consuming drugs in the bar’s washroom. The video, which surfaced on Sunday morning, led to widespread outrage, prompting an immediate investigation led by Pune Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar.
Mangaluru Man Hithesh Shettigar Sentenced to Death for Killing Children
A Mangaluru court has handed down the death penalty to 43-year-old Hithesh Shettigar, a resident of Punaroor near Mulky, after finding him guilty of murdering his three children and attempting to murder his wife by pushing them into an open well in 2022.
84-Year-Old Woman Robbed and Assaulted in Vallabh Vidyanagar
In a disturbing incident, Mahendrakaur Gurdeepsingh Reshi, an 84-year-old woman, was robbed and assaulted in her home in Vallabh Vidyanagar, Anand district, on the intervening night of Monday. The woman, who was home alone as her son and daughter-in-law were abroad, had gold ornaments worth Rs2 lakh stolen by the accused, Vipul Vasava, who later assaulted her.
Md. Sabir & Md. Faizan Arrested in Rs 48 Lakh Cashew Theft
Two individuals, Md. Sabir (24) and Md. Faizan (32), both from Bihar, were arrested by the Keshav Puram police for their involvement in a major theft of cashew kernels, valued at Rs48 lakh. The police successfully recovered 5910 kilograms of cashews, amounting to 295 ½ cartons, from the accused.
Rajasthan Trio Arrested in Cyber Fraud Case Involving Rs80 Lakh Scam
The cyber crime police arrested three individuals on Monday, accused of being involved in a digital scam that swindled Rs80 lakh from a woman. The arrested suspects have been identified as Mahendra Nai (27), Poonam Chand (25), and Sandeep Kumar (27), all hailing from Rajasthan.
Punjab Police Sweeper and Barber Arrested in Recruitment Scam
The Punjab Vigilance Bureau has uncovered a significant recruitment scam, resulting in the arrest of two Class IV employees of the Punjab Police. The accused, Tarlochan Pal, a sweeper with the 3rd India Reserve Battalion, and Surinderpal, a barber at the Punjab Police Academy, were arrested for allegedly accepting bribes totaling more than Rs26 lakh. They promised 102 individuals jobs within the state police force, deceiving them into believing they would secure positions in exchange for money.
Sonu Arrested for Theft of Gas Cylinders, Electronics, and More
In a significant breakthrough, the Chandigarh and Mohali police arrested 23-year-old Sonu, a resident of Faidan village, for his involvement in multiple thefts across the region. The police recovered several stolen items, including three gas cylinders, 14 mobile phones, and a bicycle, all seized from various areas of Chandigarh and Mohali.
Former Congress MLA Satkar Kaur Arrested for Heroin Sale in Mohali
Punjab Police arrested former Congress MLA Satkar Kaur, now a member of the BJP, and her driver Jaskeerat Singh for allegedly attempting to sell 100 grams of heroin in Mohali’s Kharar area. The arrests were made by the Anti Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) on Wednesday.
Woman & Two Men Arrested in Chandigarh with Narcotics
In a series of separate cases, Chandigarh police arrested a woman and two men with narcotics, including heroin and buprenorphine.
Three Arrested in Karnal for Vehicle Thefts, Stolen Items Recovered
The Karnal police’s Anti-Auto Theft Unit successfully arrested three individuals linked to multiple vehicle thefts, with the authorities recovering several stolen items, including two trailers, a tractor, and two motorcycles.
Two UP Men Arrested in Mobile Theft Case at Alan Walker Concert
The Kochi City Police team has arrested two individuals from Uttar Pradesh in connection with the alleged theft of 39 mobile phones during an Alan Walker concert held at Bolgatty. The arrested suspects were remanded in judicial custody on Thursday.
NCB Arrests Gautam Mondal in Major Codeine Syrup Trafficking Case
The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) in Kolkata has successfully arrested an international drug trafficker, Gautam Mondal, in connection with a major seizure of 14,998 bottles of Codeine-Based Cough Syrups (CBCS), specifically the brand Phensedyl. The operation, which took place on November 13, is considered one of the most challenging anti-drug missions in terms of intercepting illicit trafficking activities.
Bareilly Police Arrest Kuldeep Kumar for Murders of Six Women
Police in Bareilly have arrested a man suspected of being behind a series of murders targeting middle-aged women in the district over the past year. The 35-year-old suspect, Kuldeep Kumar, was taken into custody on Friday and has since confessed to killing six women.
Wife and Lover Arrested for Husband’s Murder in Udupi District
An unsettling murder case in Ajekar, Karkala Taluk, Udupi district has shocked the coastal region. Pratima, a wife accused of conspiring with her lover, Dileep Hegde, to murder her husband, Balakrishna, using slow poison, has been arrested. Following her arrest, a confession made by Pratima in an audio recording went viral, sparking widespread attention.
Three Arrested for Ganja Transport in Udupi, Rs 8.42 Lakh Seized
Three individuals were arrested by the CEN Police in Udupi on November 15, 2024, for transporting a significant quantity of ganja from Mumbai. The police operation, led by Inspector Ramachandra Nayak, took place near K G Road Cross, Uppoor village, Brahmavar. During the operation, 10 kg 138 grams of ganja, valued at Rs 8,11,040, were seized along with Rs 1,570 in cash and three mobile phones worth Rs 1,570, bringing the total value of the seized goods to Rs 8,42,610.
Police Seize Drugs Worth Rs 3.5 Crore in Uppala, Arrest Asgar Ali
A police team led by DySP Manoj conducted a raid on a house in Uppala Patvady and seized drugs worth Rs 3.5 crores. The operation resulted in the arrest of Asgar Ali, who is accused of being involved in drug trafficking.
Udupi Police Arrest N. M. Mohammed Mukdum Ali in MDMA Bust
A law enforcement team led by Deputy Superintendent of Police Prabhu DT, along with Udupi Nagar Police Inspector Ramachandra Naik and other officers, successfully apprehended N. M. Mohammed Mukdum Ali (28) for his involvement in the sale of MDMA. The arrest took place near the Kemthur Railway Bridge in Korangrapadi village, Udupi taluk.
Kerala Students Arrested for LSD Trafficking, Drugs Seized
In a successful operation, the Kerala Police arrested two individuals, Adil and Mohammed Nihal, for their involvement in the transportation and sale of LSD narcotics. The suspects were apprehended in Koppala near Haleangadi after a tip-off led the authorities to their location. A car, along with a stash of LSD, was seized during the operation
