Palghar Police Dismantle Sophisticated Fake Call Centre Targeting Foreigners

Palghar: Law enforcement authorities in Palghar have successfully neutralized a high-tech criminal syndicate operating a fraudulent call centre. Local police conducted a targeted raid in the Vasai-Virar region, resulting in the arrest of multiple gang members accused of orchestrating large-scale financial fraud against international victims.

The operation, led by the Palghar Crime Branch, uncovered a tactical setup where scammers posed as representatives of global tech giants or government agencies. As per reports, the suspects utilized Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology to mask their identities and locations. They allegedly targeted individuals primarily in the United States and Europe, claiming that the victims’ computer systems were compromised or that they owed unpaid taxes. To “resolve” these fabricated issues, the fraudsters coerced victims into making payments via gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency.

During the raid, officials seized an array of digital evidence, including high-end laptops, specialized software, mobile phones, and a detailed “script” used by the callers to manipulate their targets. The gang operated during late-night hours to align with the time zones of their foreign targets, maintaining a low profile within a residential-commercial complex.

Palghar police officials stated that the investigation is now expanding to identify the primary kingpin of the operation and to trace the flow of the illicitly obtained funds. While the current arrests have halted local operations, authorities believe this syndicate may have ties to a larger network of cybercriminals operating across India. This bust marks another significant victory for the state’s cyber-security wing in its ongoing battle against international digital piracy.

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