Synopsis
The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau apprehended eight suspects involved in trafficking 24 individuals from Telangana to Myanmar's cybercrime centers. Following the rescue of 540 Indians, the investigation led to the identification of additional agents, with ongoing efforts to locate those still at large.Key Takeaways
- Eight suspects arrested in Telangana.
- 24 individuals trafficked to Myanmar.
- 540 Indians rescued from cyber scam compounds.
- Investigation revealed 15 agents involved.
- Public urged to verify overseas job offers.
Hyderabad, March 14 (NationPress) The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) has apprehended eight individuals linked to the trafficking of 24 people from Telangana into Myanmar's infamous cybercrime hubs, a high-ranking official stated on Friday.
In the wake of rescuing 540 Indians, which included 24 individuals from Telangana, from cyber scam facilities in Myanmar and their subsequent repatriation to India, TGCSB initiated an investigation.
TGSCB director Shikha Goel mentioned that a detailed inquiry was launched, resulting in the filing of 9 cases from 10 victims at various Cyber Crime Police Stations (CCPS) across Telangana.
During the operation, the TGCSB uncovered 15 agents and mediators involved in the fraudulent activities.
“We have arrested eight of them. The others are currently evading capture, with 5 individuals residing abroad. We are actively working to locate and take appropriate action against them,” she added.
The arrested suspects include Allepu Venkatesh from Jagtial, Challa Mahesh from Jagtial, Mohammed Jalal, Bomma Vasanth Kumar, Dasari Eknath Goud, H. Basheer Ahmed, Gajula Abhishek, all from Hyderabad, and Katanguri Sai Kiran from Vemulawada.
The central government has effectively facilitated the rescue and repatriation of 540 Indian nationals trapped in cyber scam facilities located in Myawaddy, Myanmar.
These individuals were released and returned to Delhi in two batches - 283 individuals in the first batch and 257 individuals in the second batch - on March 10 and 11.
Among those rescued, 24 were from Telangana.
Fourteen of these individuals arrived in Hyderabad from Delhi in March, while the remaining 10 reached Hyderabad on March 12.
The Cyber Security Bureau has urged the public to exercise extreme caution when considering overseas job offers, particularly those that promise high salaries with minimal qualifications.
It advised that before traveling abroad for employment, individuals should verify job offers through official channels such as the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) at https://emigrate.gov.in.
They should also secure a written agreement from the foreign employer before traveling.
Any suspicious job descriptions or vague offers should be examined closely.
