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Big operation of Cyberabad Police: 12 cyber thugs arrested in a week, investment and job fraud busted
Samira Vishwas | February 9, 2026 3:24 AM CST

Taking strict action against cyber crime Cyber ​​Crime Wing of Cyberabad Police Has achieved great success during the one week special campaign. People from different states of the country participated in this campaign. 12 cyber thugs arrested Who were involved in investment, trading, job and other online fraud cases.

This special campaign 30 January to 5 February 2026 During which At least nine separate cyber crime cases Was revealed. The police not only arrested the accused but also sought relief from the victims through the courts. 406 refund order have also been achieved, due to which the hope of many victims of getting back the defrauded amount has increased.

Most cases of investment and trading fraud

According to reports, in this campaign Most cases of fraud to investment and trading were reported. This way Seven accused in five separate trading fraud cases Was arrested.

In these cases, fraudsters trapped people by luring them with fake investment schemes, share market tips, and high-returns. Many victims were induced to invest money through fake trading platforms and fake mobile apps, after which the fraudsters disappeared with the money.

Online job fraud and part-time scam exposed

Apart from trading fraud, Two big cases of job fraud also came forward, in which Three accused arrested to be done. The fraudsters targeted unemployed youth through job portals, social media and email.

Other than this:

  • A case of part-time job fraud
  • A case of matrimonial fraud

Also recorded, which makes it clear that cyber criminals are trying to defraud people in different ways.

Big case of online job fraud of Rs 20.8 lakh

came out this week The most serious cyber fraud case is online job scam. Was associated with, in which a female job seeker Fraud of Rs 20.8 lakh Was done.

According to investigation, the accused committed suicide Naukri.com representative contacted the victim and claimed that he Deloitte Will be given a job. after this:

  • Fake interview was conducted
  • Money taken in the name of application fee, processing fee and other charges
  • A huge amount of money was extorted by conducting several transactions.

Later the thugs went out of touch. Investigation revealed that the amount defrauded multiple mule bank accounts It was routed through so that it would be difficult to track the money.

Main accused arrested from Delhi

in this case Two main accused from Delhi Have been arrested:

  • Purushottam Sharma —The main conspirator of this gang
  • Kuldeep Kumar alias Sunil — one who arranges SIM cards and bank accounts

Police are now trying to identify other people associated with this network and more arrests are likely.

Cyberabad Police appeals to the public

Cyberabad Police has appealed to the common citizens to:

  • Do not make any kind of payment in the name of jobbecause real companies never charge fees
  • Research the platform and company thoroughly before investing
  • Be cautious of unknown calls, messages and links
  • Do not trust any suspicious offer immediately

What to do if you become a victim of cyber fraud?

If a person becomes a victim of cyber fraud, he should take immediate action instead of panicking:

Important steps:

  • Contact the bank immediately and get the account blocked.
  • Register complaint in UPI or digital wallet app
  • National Cyber ​​Crime Helpline 1930 call on
  • cybercrime.gov.in Register online complaint at
  • Register an FIR in the nearest police station

according to experts, The sooner the complaint is filed, the greater are the chances of recovering the amount.

This action of Cyberabad Police is a strong message against cyber crime. Amidst the increasing cases of digital fraud, this operation is also a warning to the common citizens that it is very important to be cautious about online investments, jobs and part-time offers. Vigilance, awareness and timely reporting are the most effective ways to prevent cyber fraud.


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