Jamtara Cyber Network Exposed in Giridih Bust

A significant blow has been dealt to an online scam syndicate with the arrest of five cybercriminals in Giridih. The operation, highlighted by Superintendent of Police Dr. Vimal Kumar, uncovered a widespread fraud network with roots in Jamtara. Information gathered via the Pratibimb portal pointed to suspicious activities in Balidih, near the Baghra railway overbridge in Gandey, where individuals were allegedly conducting online scams via phone. A dedicated team from the Cyber Police Station, headed by Sub-Inspector Rameshwar Bhagat, was quickly mobilized. Their swift action led to the capture of five accused persons, including the alleged kingpin, Aftab Ansari from Jamtara. The arrested individuals admitted to their fraudulent schemes, revealing they would send malicious links and install deceptive apps on victims’ phones. Further, they posed as bank representatives to authorize unauthorized money transfers from customer accounts. The arrested individuals have been identified as Aftab Ansari, Parvej Ansari, Tafazul Ansari, Tabrez Ansari, and Niyaz Ansari, with links to Jamtara and Deoghar. Seized items include 12 mobile phones (three of them iPhones) and 15 SIM cards. Police indicate that this group collaborates with other cyber networks in the Deoghar and Jamtara regions. Funds obtained through these scams were channeled into fake accounts before being withdrawn and divided in cash. Dr. Vimal Kumar affirmed that Giridih police are maintaining a constant watch on cyber criminal activities and are committed to strict enforcement.