Delhi Call Centre Scam: 11 Arrested, Kaithal Resident Loses ₹70,000
Kaithal police have cracked down on a Delhi-based credit card fraud ring, arresting eleven individuals. The accused operated a sophisticated fake call centre, targeting unsuspecting victims across the country.
Among those apprehended are Sakshi, Khushboo, and Pardeep, key members of the fraudulent operation. The police investigation is ongoing, with further arrests anticipated.
One victim, Gaurav of Kaithal, reported losing ₹70,384 after divulging his credit card details to a caller posing as a bank official. This highlights the vulnerability of citizens to such scams.
Pardeep and Sahil, deemed crucial to the investigation, have been remanded to police custody. The police are currently tracing the extent of the fraud and the total number of victims.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the growing menace of online financial fraud. Citizens need to remain vigilant and exercise extreme caution while sharing personal and financial information over the phone or online. The need for greater public awareness campaigns on cyber security is now more critical than ever.
