Pornography Cyber ​​Crime: FBI caught such a cyber gang with the help of Delhi Police, whose exploits will shock you!

 

A notorious gang involved in widespread extortion has been dismantled by the Special Cell of Delhi Police in collaboration with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the United States. During the joint operation, four suspects were apprehended on the spot, while two additional members of the syndicate were arrested in America and Canada. In total, six arrests have been made in connection with this case.

This gang is being hailed as one of the largest extortion syndicates to date, having allegedly extorted approximately $20 million from their victims through blackmail. The FBI interviewed around 50 victims as part of their investigation, while the Delhi Police conducted video calls with two of them.

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The suspects, posing as prominent American lawyer Uttam Dhillon, targeted their victims by instilling fear of false charges related to child pornography and drug trafficking. It is worth mentioning that Uttam Dhillon is a former law enforcement officer who previously served as the acting administrator in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

The main suspect in this case has been identified as Vatsal Mehta, hailing from Janakpuri in West Delhi. His accomplice, Parth Armarkar, resides in Ahmedabad. This operation marks the third successful collaboration between Delhi Police's Special Cell and the FBI, following the previous dismantling of a similar racket in West Delhi.

The syndicate operated from Delhi and Uganda, with Mehta, Armarkar, Deepak Arora, and Prashant Kumar coordinating their activities from different locations. To avoid detection by law enforcement agencies, the suspects frequently traveled between Uganda and India.

The modus operandi of the gang involved assuming the identity of Uttam Dhillon and falsely accusing their victims of involvement in child pornography and drug trafficking. To convince their targets, the gang members presented fabricated evidence by extracting incriminating clips from the victims' computer systems. They then demanded a ransom of one lakh dollars to clear their names and avoid imprisonment. Many victims, fearing legal consequences, succumbed to the pressure and handed over money, including cash, gold, and cryptocurrency.

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Remarkably, some of the victims had already reached out to the FBI and DEA for help. Through coordination with the Interpol via the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), the FBI collaborated with Delhi Police's Special Cell to expose the gang's activities and bring them to justice.

The successful dismantling of this international cybercriminal gang highlights the importance of global cooperation in combating cybercrimes. The joint efforts of law enforcement agencies across borders demonstrate the commitment to protecting innocent individuals from falling prey to such elaborate scams. This operation serves as a reminder to remain cautious, verify identities, and report suspicious activities to authorities to ensure a safer digital landscape for everyone.

Source: https://www.the420.in/fbi-and-delhi-police-collaborate-to-bust-shocking-pornography-cyber-crime-gang/



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