**Title:** Major Cyber-Crime Network Dismantled in India with FBI’s Help
**Meta Description:** A coordinated operation led by India’s CBI, aided by the FBI, has dismantled a cyber-crime network that defrauded US citizens of $8.5 million.
**URL Slug:** cyber-crime-network-dismantled-india-fbi
**Headline:** India’s CBI, in Collaboration with the FBI, Dismantles Major Cyber-Crime Network
In a significant crackdown on cyber-crime, India’s Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has successfully dismantled a major network operating out of Noida, following intelligence shared by the US Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). This operation led to the arrest of six individuals who were implicated in defrauding US citizens of approximately $8.5 million over a span of three years.
The CBI executed a series of raids on December 10 and 11, targeting locations in Noida, Delhi, and Kolkata. These operations resulted in the seizure of Rs. 1.88 crore in cash, along with 34 electronic devices, including mobile phones and laptops, and numerous documents related to the criminal activities. This initiative was part of a broader effort known as Operation Chakra.
According to the CBI’s official statement, the accused posed as officials from various US government agencies, including the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), FBI, and Social Security Administration (SSA). They intimidated victims by falsely claiming that their Social Security Numbers were involved in criminal activities, threatening asset freezes unless the victims complied with their demands.
Under the guise of safeguarding their funds, victims were manipulated into transferring money to cryptocurrency wallets and foreign bank accounts controlled by the syndicate. The fraudulent activities are confirmed to have taken place between 2022 and 2025. The CBI registered the case on December 9 and quickly moved to identify and apprehend the key suspects, intercepting them while they operated an illegal call center in Noida.
During the operation, officials dismantled the call center and arrested six individuals. Investigators discovered that the proceeds from these crimes were funneled through virtual assets and various bank transfers, complicating the financial tracking process. The recovery of cash and digital evidence is expected to bolster ongoing investigations into the broader network.
The CBI emphasized its commitment to swiftly identifying and addressing organized technology-enabled crime in close collaboration with Interpol and other international law enforcement agencies. This operation has significantly disrupted a major transnational cyber-enabled financial crime network.
Authorities have indicated that further operations are in progress to trace additional proceeds of crime and identify other individuals involved, both domestically and internationally. The agency confirmed that investigations are ongoing, and more arrests may follow.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: What was the scale of the cyber-crime network dismantled by the CBI?**
A: The cyber-crime network defrauded US citizens of approximately $8.5 million over three years, with six members arrested during the operation.
