Rangan Bishnoi, the alleged mastermind behind a series of large-scale cyber fraud cases across India, was arrested by the Kerala Cyber Police on Monday. The arrest was made in connection with a significant case where Bishnoi defrauded a woman of Rs 4.5 crore.
The Kochi unit of the Cyber Police confirmed the arrest on Tuesday, revealing that Bishnoi was apprehended in Kolkata, where he had been hiding. Once presented before the local magistrate’s court in Kolkata, he will be brought to Kochi for further legal proceedings.
Prior to Bishnoi’s arrest, two individuals from Malappuram were arrested for their involvement in the scam. The investigation revealed that these individuals were part of a larger network, receiving commissions for their role in the fraudulent activities. The police traced the syndicate’s operations back to Bishnoi, who is believed to be the central figure orchestrating the cyber frauds.
Bishnoi’s arrest is seen as a significant breakthrough in unraveling the entire network of cybercrimes. Known for being behind some of India’s largest cyber fraud cases, Bishnoi is said to have substantial influence in political and administrative circles in Kolkata, making him difficult to capture. The successful operation was carried out by the Kochi Police after they identified his hideout and executed a secretive raid.
Reports indicate that Bishnoi’s criminal operations span multiple states, including West Bengal, Bihar, and Jharkhand. The police have also discovered links between Bishnoi’s syndicate and international cyber fraud networks, including those operating in China and Laos.
This arrest marks a crucial step in tackling the widespread issue of cyber fraud in India and highlights the far-reaching nature of such criminal networks.