Delhi Police uncovered a visa fraud scheme targeting Nepalese nationals seeking jobs in Serbia. On Wednesday, the Crime Branch announced the arrest of two suspects, while two others remain on the run. Deputy Commissioner of Police Vikram Singh said the accused misled victims with false promises of employment abroad. He urged job seekers to verify offers before committing to overseas opportunities.
Just a day earlier, the Cyber Cell cracked another case involving a fake cryptocurrency investment. Officers arrested the mastermind and several associates after a 47-year-old stationery shop owner from Mahendru Enclave reported losing ₹39.5 lakh. Fraudsters lured him with promises of high returns through a bogus online platform.
Investigators traced the scheme to a mule account in Karol Bagh that had received ₹10 lakh. The account connected to at least nine other complaints filed on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal. Police tracked down Krishan Kumar, known as Monu, who had been evading arrest by frequently changing his address and phone number. Officers apprehended him on August 20. His disclosures led them to his associate, Deepu, 32, from Gopalpur, who instructed him on setting up fraudulent bank accounts.
The probe revealed that Deepu worked with a larger network involving Arvind and Irfan. Arvind, already jailed for another fraud, maintained links with cyber syndicates, while Irfan monitored mule accounts. Detectives later arrested Irfan in Paharganj.
Police noted a sharp rise in such cases, especially in Punjab and nearby regions. Officials warned that scams have grown more sophisticated, often targeting ordinary citizens with promises of jobs or investments.
Authorities advised the public to research job offers thoroughly, avoid sharing personal details with strangers, and report suspicious activities promptly. They stressed that any offer sounding too good to be true likely hides a scam.
The recent crackdowns show how fraud networks operate and highlight the need for vigilance. Police said awareness and timely reporting remain the strongest defenses against financial crimes.
