Cyber Fraudsters Unmasked: Call Center Scam Busted in Lucknow

A fake call center in Lucknow was dismantled, resulting in the arrest of 12 cyber fraudsters. These individuals targeted foreign nationals by posing as technical support agents. They remotely accessed victims' devices, coercing them into making payments for non-existent tech issues, leading to significant financial losses.

The long arm of the law has caught up with a group of cyber fraudsters in Lucknow. A fake call center was discovered, leading to the arrest of 12 individuals who were part of a massive cross-border scam.

Police teams, using advanced surveillance techniques, raided a flat in Everest Enclave, Sector 18 of Vrindavan Yojana, after receiving a crucial tip-off. The operation recovered electronic gadgets used to execute cyber crimes targeting foreign nationals, primarily from the US and Canada.

The fraudsters duped their victims by introducing bogus technical issues on their devices. Posing as tech support, they charged hefty sums in cryptocurrency or gift cards, tricking victims into unnecessary payments. Authorities are investigating the criminal backgrounds of the accused to build a stronger case.

(With inputs from agencies.)