Vaishali: Police in Vaishali have launched a major crackdown on cybercrime networks as part of “Operation Prahar 2.0”, registering cases against multiple individuals linked to suspected mule bank accounts.
Acting on inputs from the Cyber Crime and Security Unit in Patna, the district’s cyber police station verified a list of 36 suspicious accounts allegedly used in online fraud.
Following the investigation, five separate FIRs were registered under provisions of the Indian Penal Code and the IT Act against 10 individuals, officials said. According to Chandni Suman, legal action has already been taken against six of the accused, while efforts are under way to trace and arrest others.
Police teams are conducting raids to verify identities and addresses linked to the accounts, amid concerns that such “mule” accounts are often used by organised cybercrime networks to route illicit funds.
Officials said the action has sent a strong message to those who allow their bank accounts or SIM cards to be used for fraudulent activities in exchange for small sums of money.
Authorities have also issued a public advisory urging people to remain vigilant. Residents were cautioned against sharing bank account details, SIM cards or personal information, and advised not to install unknown mobile applications or respond to suspicious calls, messages or online advertisements promising quick earnings.
The police further warned against scams related to fake job offers, online trading schemes and misleading promotional messages, including those claiming benefits such as free electricity.
Citizens have been encouraged to report suspicious activity to local police or cybercrime units, as enforcement agencies step up efforts to curb the growing threat of digital fraud in the state.
