Balangir Police Bust Cyber Fraud Network, Four Arrested

Balangir police have dismantled a cyber fraud network operating through mule bank accounts, arresting four individuals linked to fraudulent transactions worth nearly ₹35 lakh.

The arrested include Prakash Sharma and Sanish from Raipur, Chhattisgarh, and Prashan Kumar Nag and Yuvraj from Loisingha, Balangir.

Investigators revealed that villagers were lured with commissions to open accounts later misused for fraud.

The accused used fake identities such as “Kalki,” “Avatar,” “Ravan,” and “Joker,” along with virtual SIMs for WhatsApp, to evade detection.

Police seized five mobile phones, 22 cheque books, 25 passbooks, and 10 debit cards during the raid.

However, the alleged mastermind, Aditya Dubey, and three associates managed to escape.

Authorities are now intensifying efforts to trace the money trail and apprehend the absconding suspects.

The arrested individuals have been forwarded to court, while the investigation continues to uncover the full extent of the fraud network.