CBI raids two Jamshedpur locations in nationwide cyber fraud probe
PINAKI MAJUMDAR Jamshedpur, July 15: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday conducted searches at two locations in Jamshedpur’s Golmuri area…
PINAKI MAJUMDAR
Jamshedpur, July 15: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday conducted searches at two locations in Jamshedpur’s Golmuri area as part of its investigation into a suspected nationwide cyber fraud network, examining documents and questioning individuals linked to bank accounts and mobile SIM cards allegedly used in financial fraud.
The coordinated raids were carried out at Saraswati Nagar in Tuiladungri and another nearby location, where investigators scrutinised records believed to be connected to the cybercrime racket.
According to sources, the CBI team first searched a residence in Saraswati Nagar and questioned a youth identified as Rajdeep for several hours.
Preliminary findings indicate that the mobile SIM card allegedly used to open a bank account linked to the cyber fraud is registered in his name.
Investigators sought details regarding the SIM card, the associated bank account and related documentation in an effort to establish the flow of financial transactions.
However, the CBI has not stated whether Rajdeep is directly involved in the alleged fraud or whether his name surfaced during verification of records. Officials have not identified him as an accused.
Search Conducted at Another Residence
Simultaneously, another CBI team searched the residence of Jasbir Singh in Tuiladungri.
Officials examined documents available at the premises and recorded information relevant to the investigation.
The agency has also not clarified whether Jasbir Singh has any direct connection with the alleged cyber fraud or whether he was questioned solely as part of the ongoing inquiry.
Probe Focuses on Financial Trail
Sources said the investigation is focused on unravelling the larger cyber fraud network by tracing bank accounts, mobile SIM cards, financial transactions and other documentary evidence suspected to have been used in the racket.
Investigators are attempting to establish the chain of transactions and identify those responsible for operating the network.
The CBI has not issued an official statement on the searches, maintaining that the investigation is at a sensitive stage.
Officials indicated that the exact role of the individuals questioned and any further legal action will depend on the outcome of the investigation.
Searches Draw Local Attention
The CBI operation attracted considerable attention in the neighbourhood, with residents gathering near the search locations as news of the raids spread.
Officials reiterated that the investigation is ongoing and that conclusions regarding the involvement of any individual will be drawn only after all evidence has been examined.
