In a major breakthrough against cybercrime, Maharashtra Police have arrested 12 individuals from Navi Mumbai, Thane, and Pune for their alleged involvement in a massive inter-state cyber fraud racket worth ₹84 crore. The operation was launched after the initial arrest of a key suspect in Navi Mumbai, which led investigators to uncover a larger network operating across multiple cities.
According to officials, the accused were part of a syndicate that used sophisticated digital methods to defraud victims through fake investment schemes, phishing links, and fraudulent online transactions. The gang reportedly operated from several rented premises, using forged documents and multiple bank accounts to route the illicit funds.
Following extensive technical surveillance and coordination between different police units, simultaneous raids were conducted across the three cities, resulting in the arrests and seizure of electronic devices, SIM cards, and bank records linked to the fraud.
Police said the group had connections in other states as well, suggesting the racket’s wide reach. Authorities are now tracking the money trail and identifying additional suspects. The arrests mark a significant step in Maharashtra’s ongoing crackdown on cyber fraud and online financial crimes.
