Online Betting Racket Busted in Greater Noida, Six Arrested Under Call Centre Cover

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Online Betting Racket Dismantled in Greater Noida

A coordinated law enforcement operation in Greater Noida has dismantled a sophisticated online betting racket that was operating under the guise of a call centre. Six individuals, including three Nepalese nationals, were arrested in connection with the scheme, which is believed to have defrauded numerous victims in India, the United States, and Nepal.

Modus Operandi

According to investigators, the accused used a range of tactics to conceal their identities and locations, including virtual private networks (VPNs) and fake GPS location tools. They also created fake identities and used these to lure victims into investing in betting platforms, ultimately siphoning off large sums of money.

“According to investigators, the accused used a range of tactics to conceal their identities and locations, including virtual private networks (VPNs) and fake GPS location tools.”

Investigation and Arrests

The investigation began after threatening emails were sent to multiple schools in Gautam Buddh Nagar on January 23. A forensic examination of a mobile phone recovered from the suspects has revealed a possible link between the betting racket and the threatening emails.

The accused were found to be operating a structured cyber fraud network, with a number of members holding technical skills and using these to promote and support illegal betting apps. The group’s alleged kingpin, Amish Jung Karki, holds a degree in business administration from Australia and had previously worked in the gaming industry.

Seizures and Ongoing Investigation

During the raid, law enforcement officials seized a large number of electronic devices, including laptops, mobile phones, and debit and credit cards. They also recovered fake identification documents, including Aadhaar and PAN cards, as well as Nepalese passports.

The investigation is ongoing, with officials analyzing bank accounts, digital wallets, and cross-border transactions to trace the flow of defrauded money and identify the number of victims targeted. Further arrests are likely as the probe continues.

Implications

The bust is seen as a significant blow to the online betting and cyber fraud ecosystem in the Delhi-NCR region. Law enforcement agencies believe that such tech-enabled criminal networks pose a serious threat to both economic security and public safety, particularly when linked to activities such as mass threat emails.

The use of VPNs and fake GPS location tools by the accused highlights the increasingly sophisticated tactics being employed by cybercrime groups. The case also underscores the need for greater awareness and cooperation between law enforcement agencies and the public in combating online betting and cyber fraud.