In a significant development, the Delhi Police Crime Branch (Western Range-II) has successfully dismantled an interstate cyber fraud syndicate involved in a high-value online investment scam. Four individuals have been arrested in connection with the case, which spanned multiple states, including Delhi, Punjab, and Rajasthan. The syndicate operated by obtaining mule bank accounts and channeling defrauded funds through complex financial networks to hide the money trail.
The case, registered under e-FIR No. 00025/2025 on November 13, 2025, at the Crime Branch Police Station, pertained to an online investment fraud amounting to Rs 33,83,588. The victim fell prey to false promises of high returns through online trading platforms, leading to financial losses. Investigations revealed that the syndicate had spread its operations across 15 bank accounts, with 13 located outside Delhi, indicating an organized and interstate network.
The victim was initially attracted by the prospect of profitable returns on online investments but was later coerced into transferring more money under false pretenses. This tactic resulted in significant financial harm to the victim. Through meticulous financial scrutiny, technical monitoring, and fieldwork at various sites, the police were able to identify and apprehend the culprits. Notably, two of the accused, Md. Khalid and Ramandeep Singh, had Rs 2 lakh each traced to their bank accounts.
A dedicated team, led by Inspector Gautam Malik and including SI Ravi Bhushan, conducted coordinated operations and arrests in different states. The arrests included Md. Khalid from Delhi, Atiur Rahman from Jahangirpuri, Ramandeep Singh from Punjab, and Tanish alias Heera Ram from Rajasthan. Investigations are ongoing to locate other members of the syndicate. Delhi Police has cautioned the public against unsolicited investment offers on platforms like WhatsApp and Telegram, advising verification of investment schemes’ legitimacy before any financial transactions.
