The Karnataka Police have reported a significant breakthrough in combating cybercrime, resulting in the arrest of three individuals linked to a gang involved in a scheme referred to as “Digital Arrest.” The operation led to the freezing of Rs 1,03,142 of the allegedly embezzled funds. Authorities also seized three mobile phones from the suspects as part of their ongoing investigation.
The fraudulent activity came to light following a complaint lodged on January 19, 2026, via the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal. According to the complainant, who became a victim of the scam, the initial contact took place on January 8, 2026, when a woman, purporting to be an employee of a telecom firm, claimed that a mobile number registered under his Aadhaar card was involved in illegal gaming operations in Bengaluru.
Investigation and Arrests
An investigation was initiated upon receipt of the e-FIR at the Cyber Police Station in Rohini. Following the trail of funds, investigators identified two significant beneficiary accounts: one with Union Bank in the name of Ankit and another with Bank of India in the name of Aman Kumar. Both accounts received funds from the complainant and were linked through technical analysis to the same device located in Ismailpur, Faridabad.
Role of the Kingpin and Financial Operations
In return, Noor Alam received a commission in USDT, which he subsequently converted into cash through various bank accounts. This indicates a well-established network extending beyond Indian borders, adding complexity to the ongoing investigation.