₹210-Crore Digital Scam Uncovered in Noida Using Fake NIA Identity for Extortion

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Digital Scammers Use False NIA Identity to Extract ₹2.10 Crore from Noida Resident

In a significant operation, authorities have dismantled a sophisticated cyber fraud ring that exploited the fear of arrest to extract ₹2.10 crore from a resident of Noida.

The scammers, impersonating officials of the National Investigation Agency (NIA), created a complex web of deceit, using fabricated documents, scripted conversations, and repeated calls to isolate and manipulate their target.
The scheme, which began on April 10, 2026, started with a phone call from individuals claiming to be NIA officers, warning the victim that their bank accounts linked to their Aadhaar details were involved in terror financing activities.
To add credibility to their claims, the scammers sent fabricated RBI letters and forged arrest warrants, creating a sense of urgency and fear in the victim.
Under sustained psychological pressure, the victim was coerced into transferring a total of ₹2.10 crore into multiple bank accounts controlled by the gang.

Arrests Made in Connection with the Scam

A 26-year-old man from Charkhi Dadri in Haryana has been arrested for allegedly acting as a “mule” account operator in the financial chain of the cyber fraud syndicate.

“The individual was offering and managing bank accounts used to receive and circulate the illicitly obtained funds, concealing the money trail and delaying detection,” according to authorities.

Gang’s Operative Modus Operandi

Investigations have revealed that the gang operates through a layered financial system, recruiting individuals as mule account holders who are offered commissions in exchange for access to bank accounts used to route the proceeds of cybercrime.

Multiple complaints have been lodged against the gang, which follows a structured modus operandi involving impersonation of central law enforcement agencies such as NIA, CBI, and ED.

Cybersecurity Experts’ Warning

Cybersecurity experts warn that such scams result in significant financial losses and severe psychological harm to victims, who are often left feeling isolated and vulnerable.

“Agencies like NIA, CBI, ED, or police never conduct arrests over phone or video calls and never demand money transfers under any circumstances,” authorities clarify.

Victim Advisory

Polic have urged citizens to remain vigilant, immediately disconnect suspicious calls involving threats or financial demands, and avoid sharing OTPs, banking credentials, or personal identification details with unknown callers.

They have also advised reporting such incidents promptly to cyber helplines or local police units.

Ongoing Investigation

The investigation is ongoing, and officials believe further arrests are likely as additional financial links and accounts connected to the racket are traced.

Efforts are underway to identify the masterminds behind the network operating across multiple states.