Man Arrested for Impersonating CBI Officer in ₹1.41 Crore Fraud Scandal

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Accused Posing as CBI Officer Arrested in ₹1.41 Crore Fraud Case A suspect allegedly impersonating a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) officer and orchestrating a financial deception involving ₹1.41 crore has been detained in Meerut, according to law enforcement authorities.

Victim Identified as Power Sector Employee

The complainant, a government employee in the power sector, received a call from an individual claiming to represent the CBI. The caller alleged that the victim’s Aadhaar details had been exploited to register a mobile number under the name Rajan. Further, the suspect reportedly asserted that a bank account in Delhi had been opened using the victim’s personal information for illicit financial activities involving substantial sums.

Pressure Applied Through Digital Threats

The accused allegedly instructed the victim to disable his mobile device and continued communication via video calls and other channels, impersonating additional CBI personnel. Investigators noted that the fraudster repeatedly threatened the victim with legal consequences, citing an ongoing investigation to instill fear. This coercive approach persisted for 33 consecutive days, during which the victim was compelled to transfer funds into multiple bank accounts.

Financial Losses and Ongoing Investigation

Law enforcement confirmed that ₹1.41 crore was transferred through a series of transactions orchestrated by the cybercriminal network. Following the discovery of suspicious activity, a probe was initiated by local police and the cybercrime unit. During interrogation, the arrested individual reportedly admitted to involvement in the fraud alongside accomplices.

Efforts Underway to Locate Additional Perpetrators

Authorities are actively pursuing leads to identify and apprehend other members of the network. Search operations are ongoing to locate individuals associated with the case. The investigation remains open as officials work to uncover the full scope of the scheme and any potential connections to broader criminal activities.