In a major crackdown, the Cyber Crime Police raided a rented bungalow in Karmali and uncovered an illegal call centre operation, leading to the arrest of seven accused.
According to officials, the group allegedly posed as loan agents under the name “Payday” and targeted citizens in the United States through fraudulent schemes involving gift cards. The operation is believed to have defrauded multiple victims by exploiting trust and impersonating legitimate financial services.
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During the raid, police seized digital equipment worth approximately ₹23 lakh, which is expected to provide crucial evidence in the investigation. Authorities are continuing their probe to uncover the full extent of the racket and identify any additional links or accomplices.
