Guwahati, 30th May: In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, the Morigaon police have intensified their efforts against cybercriminals, resulting in the recent arrest of four individuals involved in elaborate schemes targeting unsuspecting citizens. The raid, led by Crime Branch Additional Superintendent of Police Samiran Baishya, marks another step in the ongoing battle against cyber fraud in the region.
The arrested individuals were implicated in a scheme involving the fraudulent use of Axis Bank credit cards to rob common people. They enticed victims into taking loans, mirroring the criminals’ deceptive tactics. These four suspects are now in police custody, facing charges related to their cybercriminal activities.
This recent action is part of a broader operation initiated by the Morigaon Police Crime Branch. On May 15, the Crime Branch detained 14 individuals involved in illegal cyber activities across various locations in Assam, including Laharighat, Bhuragaon, Moirabari, and Guwahati. The coordinated operation, which commenced at 1 AM, exposed a sophisticated network of cybercriminals whose impact extended well beyond the state.
Investigations revealed that these criminals acquired PAN numbers through a deceptive website, “https://www.mastersindia.co/gst-number-search-by-name-and-pan/”. Armed with these details, they fabricated fake Aadhar cards at local Aadhar Enrolment Centers using counterfeit documents. The criminals exploited Chinese editing apps like PAN Creator, available on the Google Play Store, to create forged PAN cards, which were then used to generate fake Aadhar cards.
These forged documents facilitated the opening of online bank accounts, allowing the criminals to apply for loans through various online platforms such as Kiwi, Piramal Housing and Finance, and L&T Finance. By submitting fake documents and mobile numbers, they managed to secure loan sanctions from Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs). The illicitly obtained funds were then transferred to various accounts using UPI, with a portion used for online shopping and other digital transactions.
The Morigaon police’s decisive actions underscore their commitment to combating cybercrime and protecting citizens from such sophisticated fraudulent schemes. The investigation continues as authorities work to dismantle the network and bring all perpetrators to justice.
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