Notorious Cyber Fraudster Arrested in Uttar Pradesh After ₹4.5 Million Scam Spanning 12 States

The accused, identified as Prashant Kumar, was taken into custody in Bulandshahr district following sustained investigative efforts by local law enforcement. According to police officials, Kumar is believed to be a repeat offender with a long history of cyber-related offenses, with as many as 11 cases already registered against him under various cybercrime provisions.

Investigators revealed that Kumar’s alleged operations were not confined to a single region. Instead, he is suspected of executing cyber fraud schemes across at least 12 Indian states, exploiting digital platforms to deceive victims and siphon off substantial sums of money. Authorities said the scale and geographic spread of the alleged crimes point to a well-organized network and a deliberate pattern of repeat offenses.

Police confirmed that cash linked to the fraud, along with other crucial evidence, has been recovered from the accused. The investigation remains ongoing as officials work to trace additional financial trails, identify possible accomplices, and determine the full extent of the alleged fraud. Law enforcement agencies are also coordinating with cybercrime units in other states to verify related cases and strengthen the prosecution.

The arrest is being viewed as a critical step in dismantling a multi-state cyber fraud operation and underscores the growing focus of police on tackling digital financial crimes. Officials reiterated that cyber offenders, regardless of how widely they operate, will be tracked and brought to justice, as authorities continue to intensify surveillance and enforcement in response to rising cybercrime incidents.