JOB FRAUD MODULE BUSTED BY PS CYBER EAST; TWO ACCUSED ARRESTED FOR CHEATING JOB SEEKERS THROUGH FAKE OVERSEAS EMPLOYMENT OFFERS

In a significant breakthrough against organised cybercrime, the staff of PS Cyber, East District, Delhi has dismantled a cyber-fraud syndicate engaged in cheating job seekers under the false pretext of overseas employment with reputed foreign companies, including Toyota Japan and Nippon Steel Corporation Japan. Two accused persons have been arrested in connection with the racket.

BRIEF:
In a significant breakthrough against organised cybercrime, the staff of PS Cyber, East District, Delhi has dismantled a cyber-fraud syndicate engaged in cheating job seekers under the false pretext of overseas employment with reputed foreign companies, including Toyota Japan and Nippon Steel Corporation Japan. Two accused persons have been arrested in connection with the racket.

INCIDENT:
A complaint was received from complainant “R” alleging that unknown persons had induced her to deposit ₹1,63,000/- on the false assurance of securing employment in Japan. On the basis of this complaint, E-FIR No. 140/25 dated 22/12/2025 u/s 318(4)/319(2) BNS was registered at PS Cyber, East District. The fraudsters posed as recruitment consultants and officials of reputed foreign companies, inducing the complainant to deposit money on various pretexts including documentation charges, verification charges, attestation charges, visa processing fees, and other employment-related formalities.

INVESTIGATION:
During investigation, a detailed analysis of the money trail was conducted. It was established that the cheated amount had been routed through multiple beneficiary bank accounts. Investigation identified a key beneficiary account belonging to Kush Bhatnagar, into which ₹1,27,400/- was directly credited as the first-layer transaction. Further financial analysis revealed that the funds were subsequently distributed through multiple accounts, including the account of co-accused Amit, who received ₹14,850/- and facilitated the withdrawal and onward transfer of the cheated funds.
A dedicated police team from PS Cyber, East District visited Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh and conducted extensive field investigation. Based on sustained interrogation and examination of bank records, digital evidence, and money trail analysis, sufficient incriminating evidence was gathered against both accused. Accordingly, they were arrested as per law. Further investigation established that both accused persons were active members of an organised cyber fraud syndicate targeting job seekers across India.


MODUS OPERANDI
The syndicate operated as follows:
Job seekers' data was harvested from online employment portals and other sources.
Fraudulent emails were dispatched to potential victims in the name of reputed foreign companies, including Toyota Japan and Nippon Steel Corporation Japan.
Victims were informed that their CVs had been shortlisted for overseas employment opportunities.
Fake interviews were conducted and victims were asked to submit various documents.
Subsequently, victims were induced to deposit money on the pretext of obtaining MEA Attestation Reports, Employment Approval Letters, Embassy Clearances, Visa Processing fees, International Verification Reports, and other formalities.
Multiple bank accounts, SIM cards, email IDs, and digital platforms were used to receive and disperse the cheated funds in order to conceal the money trail.

DIGITAL EVIDENCE & RECOVERIES
From accused Kush Bhatnagar:
One mobile phone — Nothing 3A Lite (Black).
Two Jio SIM cards.
Access to recruitment-related email accounts and online portals used for sending fraudulent overseas job offers.
WhatsApp chats and digital communications with co-accused persons relating to the commission of the offence.
Evidence pertaining to fraudulent recruitment activities conducted in the name of foreign companies.
From accused Amit:
One mobile phone used in the commission of the offence.
Relevant digital evidence pertaining to the receipt and withdrawal of cheated funds.

PROFILE OF ACCUSED PERSONS
1. Kush Bhatnagar R/o CB Ganj, Khalilpur Road, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, Age: 22 Years.
2. Amit R/o CB Ganj, Khalilpur Road, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, Age: 23 Years.

No Previous involvement found for both the accused persons.

FURTHER INVESTIGATION
Efforts are underway to identify and apprehend other members of the syndicate and their associates. Investigation regarding additional victims, extended money trail analysis, digital evidence examination, and recovery of cheated funds is continuing.

APPEAL TO THE PUBLIC
East District Police urges citizens to exercise caution while applying for jobs through online platforms:
Verify the authenticity of recruitment agencies and employers before making any payment.
Do not transfer money for job offers, interview processing, visa approvals, documentation, or verification charges without thorough verification.
Cross-check company domains, email addresses, and recruitment communications through official sources.


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