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Police bust cyber fraud ring, freeze 507 accounts in major operation
Authorities have arrested three individuals linked to an organized cyber fraud network that defrauded a victim of nearly ₹94 lakh. The operation has led to the freezing of over 500 bank accounts connected to the accused.
LSN India ·
Law enforcement agencies have dismantled a cyber fraud network following the arrest of three suspects involved in a coordinated financial crime scheme. The action comes after a formal complaint was lodged on April 29, 2026, by Harish Kumar K. N., who reported being induced to transfer ₹93,58,555 across multiple bank accounts through deceptive means.
Investigators working on the case have identified and frozen 507 bank accounts believed to be linked to the accused individuals. The large number of compromised accounts suggests the network operated on a significant scale, potentially affecting multiple victims beyond the initial complainant.
The case exemplifies the growing sophistication of organized cyber fraud operations targeting unsuspecting citizens. Authorities have intensified efforts to trace the flow of illicit funds and identify additional individuals involved in the criminal enterprise.
The investigation remains ongoing, with law enforcement agencies working to recover the defrauded amount and determine the full scope of the network's activities. Officials have urged the public to exercise caution when conducting financial transactions and to report suspicious activities to the relevant authorities immediately.