International Cyber Fraud Racket Busted in Srinagar; Seven Arrested in Major Operation
Cyber Investigation Unit (CIK-CID) cracks an international online fraud network in Srinagar. Seven suspects arrested, high-end devices seized, and digital evidence under forensic analysis. Targets included victims in the US, UK, and Canada.
International Cyber Fraud Racket Busted in Srinagar; Seven Arrested
In a major breakthrough against organised cybercrime, the Cyber Investigation Unit of the Crime Branch (CIK-CID) has dismantled a sophisticated international fraud network operating from Srinagar, officials confirmed on Thursday.
Acting on credible technical intelligence regarding covert call centres involved in online fraud targeting both domestic and international victims, authorities launched a carefully planned operation. Specialised teams conducted extensive surveillance and advanced digital intelligence gathering across multiple locations, eventually identifying a primary operational hub in the Industrial Area of Rangreth.
Operation & Arrests
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Suspects Arrested | 7 |
| Operation Type | Coordinated raids across multiple sites |
| Primary Hub | Industrial Area, Rangreth, Srinagar |
| Seized Items | Electronic devices, VoIP systems, SIM cards, networking devices, storage media |
Devices Seized
| Device Type | Quantity | Models / Brands |
|---|---|---|
| Smartphones | 11 | iPhone 17 (2), iPhone 16 (3), iPhone 10 (2), iPhone 11 (2), Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (1), Redmi 11TG5 (1), Narzo 50A (1), Redmi Note 7 Pro (1) |
| Tablets | 1 | Apple iPad |
| Laptops | 9 | Dell (3), HP (4), Apple MacBook (2) |
| Other Equipment | Multiple | VoIP systems, SIM cards, networking devices, digital storage media |
Insight: The diversity of devices indicates a high-tech, well-organised cybercrime setup.
Operational Tactics
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The syndicate ran illegal call centres using VoIP technology.
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International virtual numbers were used to mask the real location.
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Spoofing and server routing techniques helped impersonate legitimate service providers.
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Transactions were entirely digital, routed via banks, digital wallets, and mule accounts, later converted into cryptocurrency (mainly USDT) for layering and anonymisation.
Target Regions & Impact
| Region | Target Type |
|---|---|
| United States | Online fraud victims |
| United Kingdom | Online fraud victims |
| Canada | Online fraud victims |
Financial Estimate: Transactions linked to the network are believed to total several crores of rupees.
Legal Actions & Follow-Up
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FIR registered under: Cheating, Criminal Conspiracy, IT Act provisions.
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Forensic analysis of seized devices is underway.
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Follow-up raids ongoing to apprehend additional suspects.
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Efforts to trace victims and associated financial networks continue.
Authorities’ Note: The operation demonstrates the increasing presence of internationally connected cybercrime networks operating from the region.
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