Police in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, returned over 1.78 crore rupees to victims of online fraud in July.
In the bustling city of Indore, Madhya Pradesh, the city crime branch has been actively combating a surge in online frauds reported in July 2025. The commissioner of police has issued instructions for the crime branch to take decisive action against these malicious activities.
The crime branch has been running large-scale cyber awareness programs to educate the public on protecting themselves from online frauds. These initiatives aim to empower citizens with the knowledge they need to safeguard their digital assets.
In response to these instructions, the crime branch has returned a substantial amount of Rs 1.78 crore to victims in 23 cases received in July. People are urged to report online scams immediately through Indore Police's cyber helpline at 704912-4445, or via the NCRP portal, to aid in the investigation process.
The crime branch has been investigating complaints of online frauds received through various channels, including the cyber helpline, NCRP portal, and direct reports. Fraud calls posing as bank officials, tricking people into KYC updates, redeeming reward points, or increasing credit card limits were also reported. Scams involving impersonation of acquaintances or relatives were not uncommon, and frauds through online gaming apps were also detected.
A noteworthy deepfake-video-based share fraud was reported, siphoning funds via a crypto route. The funds were transferred to accounts linked to an Indore-based entity (Mahavir Enterprises) and then converted into cryptocurrency.
In a significant cyber fraud case, two Delhi Police sub-inspectors were arrested in Indore, linked to money siphoning through mule bank accounts. Recovered cash, gold, electronic devices, and incriminating documents were seized during the operation.
The crime branch's fraud investigation teams are actively identifying and taking action against individuals involved in online frauds. Additional DCP (crime) Rajesh Dandotiya confirmed this, stating that the teams are working diligently to gather information about online scammers.
The crime branch is working tirelessly to return money to victims of online frauds and gather information about scammers. It continues to investigate complaints of online frauds received through various channels and makes efforts to ensure that victims of online frauds get their money back.
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- The Indore City Crime Branch, following the commissioner's instructions, has successfully returned over Rs 1.78 crore to victims of online frauds in 23 cases received in July, as reported in general-news outlets.
- Recognizing the surge in cybercrime in India, the Indore City Crime Branch has established a cyber helpline (704912-4445) and has gone on record urging citizens to report online scams promptly to aid in the investigation process (crime-and-justice).
- As part of their efforts to combat cybersecurity threats, the Indore City Crime Branch is actively investigating online fraud cases, taking action against individuals involved, and working tirelessly to return money to victims and gather information about online scammers (technology).
