Delhi, 27 July 2024: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) presented 43 individuals in Rouse Avenue Court after holding them for one day in judicial custody. These individuals have been arrested for allegedly defrauding US citizens of $15 million between November 2022 and April 2024.
The CBI's investigation uncovered that the accused were involved in a large-scale scam targeting people in the United States. They used various fraudulent methods to deceive their victims and accumulate a substantial amount of money over nearly a year and a half.
In court, the CBI requested a 7-day custody extension for three of the main accused. This additional time is needed to gather more evidence and further question these individuals about their roles in the scam. The CBI believes that these three played significant parts in orchestrating and executing the fraudulent activities.
For the remaining 40 accused, the CBI has asked the court to place them in judicial custody. Judicial custody means they will be held in jail while the investigation continues and until further legal proceedings take place. This step ensures that these individuals do not interfere with the ongoing investigation or attempt to flee.
The CBI is working diligently to uncover the full extent of this fraud and to bring all those involved to justice. This case highlights the importance of international cooperation in tackling cross-border crimes and protecting citizens from such scams. The investigation is ongoing, and more details are expected to emerge as the case progresses.
