The Noida Cyber Crime Police apprehended four individuals on April 7, 2026, for running a fraudulent tech support operation from Sector 76. The gang targeted people living in the US and Europe by posing as official technical assistants. According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (Cyber Crime) Shavya Goyal, the group managed to defraud victims of several crores of rupees over the last two months through sophisticated online tactics.
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How the Fraudsters Targeted Victims
The group used a systematic approach to identify and extort money from unsuspecting internet users abroad. They relied on paid advertisements and social media to spread fake toll-free numbers. Once a victim called, the suspects would follow a specific pattern to ensure they could extract the maximum amount of money possible.
- They convinced callers that their computers or mobile devices were hacked.
- The accused used screen-sharing apps like AnyDesk to gain remote access to the systems.
- They deployed malware to turn the victim screen black to create panic and fear of data loss.
- After checking the victim bank balance, they demanded payments ranging from $300 to $2,500.
- The extorted money was converted into cryptocurrency and moved through hawala networks.
Arrest Details and Recovered Items
The police raid resulted in the arrest of four young men, three from Delhi and one from Rajasthan. During the operation, several electronic devices used for the scam were seized. The authorities are now analyzing these devices to trace the full extent of the financial transactions and the reach of their network.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Arrested Individuals | Mohammad Bilal (26), Dev Kapahi (25), Kushagra Nimbekar (24), Abhishek Mukheja (27) |
| Arrest Date | April 7, 2026 |
| Location | Sector 76, Noida |
| Laptops Seized | 4 |
| Mobile Phones | 8 |
| Other Equipment | 4 headsets and 2 routers |
DCP Shavya Goyal stated that the gang would first check the victim bank account balance before deciding the extortion amount. The police have advised the public to remain vigilant and never share remote access with unknown individuals or divulge banking details over the phone.
