CBI Busts Massive Cyber Fraud Network Using Fake Digital Arrest Threats Across India
Brief By Newsbrief / 2:28 PM on 25 Jun 2026
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has uncovered a major cybercrime network that allegedly cheated people by threatening them with fake "digital arrests." As part of the operation, the agency conducted extensive raids at more than 80 locations across 16 states. According to officials, the organized network used fear and deception to extort money from victims by falsely claiming legal action was being taken against them. During the investigation, the CBI discovered that the fraudsters had created a fake website resembling the official website of the Supreme Court of India. Using this platform, they impersonated legal authorities and intimidated individuals into transferring money.
The investigation began after the Supreme Court Registry filed a complaint regarding the fraudulent website. Following the complaint, the CBI registered an FIR and launched a detailed probe into the matter. Investigators found that the accused uploaded forged court orders and fake documents purportedly issued by law enforcement agencies to make their claims appear legitimate. To dismantle the network, the CBI launched Operation Chakra-VI and formed 60 specialized teams. Simultaneous searches were carried out in Punjab, Gujarat, Delhi, Maharashtra, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Assam, West Bengal, Manipur, Karnataka, and Odisha. During the operation, two individuals, B. Naresh from Chennai and Sanjib Saha from Kolkata, were arrested for their alleged involvement in creating shell companies and operating mule bank accounts.
Officials said the investigation has revealed that the cybercrime network had links extending beyond India and may have targeted victims in multiple countries. The accused allegedly used shell entities and mule accounts to channel nearly ₹2 crore in illicit funds. During the raids, authorities seized digital devices, mobile phones, and crucial banking records, all of which have been sent for forensic examination. Given the possibility that foreign nationals were also affected, the CBI is coordinating with international law enforcement agencies through appropriate channels. The agency stated that the investigation remains ongoing and further arrests are likely as more details emerge.