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ED raids in Gujarat, Maharashtra in cyber fraud probe over ₹100 cr scam

ED raids in Gujarat, Maharashtra in cyber fraud probe over ₹100 cr scam

On 25 June 2025, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) carried out raids in Gujarat and Maharashtra as part of a money laundering probe linked to cyber frauds worth over ₹100 crore. The operation targeted individuals allegedly involved in digital arrest scams, crypto frauds, and fake law enforcement threats, with money funnelled abroad using hawala routes. According to ED sources, searches were conducted in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, and Surat under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The probe was based on an FIR filed by the Gujarat Police against multiple accused, including Makbul Doctor, Kaashif Doctor, Bassam Doctor, Mahesh Desai, and Maaz Abdul Raheem Nada. The fraudsters allegedly: Used fake USDT (cryptocurrency) trading schemes. Orchestrated “digital arrests”, impersonating law agencies. Sent fake notices to threaten and extract money from victims. Collected funds through accounts opened with forged or dummy KYCs. Converted black money into cryptocurrency via Angadiya (hawala) operators. Transferred over ₹100 crore abroad, officials suspect. “This is a deeply rooted cyber laundering network involving identity theft, crypto misuse, and psychological extortion,” said a senior ED official. The investigation is ongoing, with digital evidence, devices, and suspicious bank transactions being examined. Key Highlights: ₹100 crore cyber scam involved fake arrests, crypto fraud, and hawala transfers. The ED conducted raids in several Gujarati and Maharashtra cities. FIR filed against key suspects with a link to forged KYC accounts. Cyber Safety Advice: Never trust calls or emails claiming law enforcement without verification. Avoid crypto investments from unknown or unregulated sources. Secure your identity documents and avoid sharing KYC info online. Call 1930 or report questionable transactions or scams to cybercrime.gov.in.

TGCSB organizes Cyber Awareness Day to tackle digital frauds

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Telangana Cyber Security Bureau Launches ‘Cyber Jaagrookta Diwas’ to Combat digital arrest Scams The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) started the New Year with a special initiative called ‘Cyber Jaagrookta Diwas’. On 08/01/2025, the bureau held 394 meetings and 23 awareness rallies across the state. These events aimed to educate people about the risks of digital arrest scams, reaching 35,700 participants from all walks of life. The campaign focuses on teaching citizens about emerging cyber threats and promoting public safety online. It emphasizes the importance of practicing good cyber hygiene, being cautious while using the internet, and understanding the dangers of sharing personal or financial details with strangers. Throughout January, TGCSB will continue its mission to spread awareness about digital arrest scams. This will include organizing workshops, community outreach programs, and additional rallies to educate more people. These scams involve fraudsters pretending to be law enforcement officials. They claim that the victim is under investigation or has an outstanding arrest warrant and demand payments through RTGS or NEFT to avoid immediate arrest. Scammers often use fake documents, spoofed caller IDs, or video calls to make their claims appear legitimate. The bureau has issued a reminder to the public: no police officer or law enforcement agency will conduct investigations over phone or video calls, or demand money transfers for any reason. Genuine officers do not ask for payments to cancel warrants or settle cases. In its advisory, TGCSB urged citizens to stay alert and avoid falling prey to such digital arrest scams. “Be skeptical of any calls, messages, or emails claiming to be from law enforcement or government agencies that request immediate payment or sensitive information,” the bureau advised. By staying informed and cautious, people can protect themselves from these fraudulent schemes.