Yamunanagar Police have reported action on two fronts, arresting four accused in two separate theft cases and issuing a public advisory to protect residents from “digital arrest” cyber fraud. The theft arrests were made by the Special Staff-cum-Anti Narcotics Cell-2, while Superintendent of Police Kamaldeep Goyal, IPS, urged people to remain alert against fraudsters impersonating police and other investigating agencies.
Four Arrested in Two Theft Cases
According to the police spokesperson, the four accused were produced before the court and sent to judicial custody. Further investigation into both cases is underway.
Two Held in Car Break-In Case
In the first case, a lawyer residing in Sector 17, HUDA, lodged a complaint on October 8, stating that unidentified persons had broken the windows of his car parked outside his house during the night and stolen vehicle documents and cash kept inside.
A police team was formed to trace the accused and, acting on a tip-off, arrested Mithun alias Gola, son of Shrikant, and Jitender alias Jeetu, son of Mohan Lal. Both are residents of Durga Garden, Jagadhri. Police said the stolen documents and cash were recovered from them.
During questioning, the accused allegedly disclosed their involvement in three other cases involving car-window break-ins and theft of cash. Police said both accused have approximately half a dozen theft cases each registered against them, which are pending before the court.
Two More Arrested in Factory Theft Case
In the second case, Hardik Luthra, a Sector 17, HUDA resident, reported a theft at his factory in Mankapur. He told police that when he visited the factory on October 11, he found its locks broken and goods missing.
A team led by Sub-Inspector Sukhwinder Singh was formed to investigate the case. Acting on a tip-off, the team apprehended Prince Sibal alias Baba, son of Pawan Kumar, a resident of Gadariya Mohalla, Vyasapur, and Mukesh Kumar alias Rahul, son of Naresh Kumar, a resident of village Mankapur.
Stolen goods were recovered from them. Both were produced before the court and sent to judicial custody. Police said further investigation is in progress.
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Police Warn Against ‘Digital Arrest’ Cyber Fraud
In a separate public advisory, Yamunanagar Police warned residents against cyber fraud carried out in the name of “digital arrest”. SP Kamaldeep Goyal clarified that no legal procedure called digital arrest exists and that calls or video calls made under this pretext are attempts to cheat people.
According to the advisory, cybercriminals impersonate officials of the police, Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Enforcement Directorate (ED), Customs Department or other investigating agencies. They contact people by phone or video call and make false allegations involving an illegal parcel, money laundering or other serious offences. They then threaten victims with a so-called digital arrest to create fear and psychological pressure.
The SP said people should remember that police do not arrest anyone over a phone or video call. Investigating agencies also do not ask individuals to transfer money online as part of an investigation. Requests for OTPs, bank details or other private information from unknown callers are warning signs of fraud.
The advisory identifies common tactics used by fraudsters, including pressuring victims to remain continuously connected on video calls, threatening them against leaving their homes or speaking to others, and creating fear to force immediate money transfers.
How to Stay Safe and Report Cyber Fraud
People have been advised not to panic or comply with such demands. They should immediately disconnect suspicious calls, avoid sharing personal or banking information, inform family members and contact the nearest police station or police post.
Anyone who receives such a call or becomes a victim of cyber fraud can report the matter through the national cybercrime helpline 1930 or the official portal www.cybercrime.gov.in. Complaints can also be lodged at the nearest police station or police post.
Yamunanagar Police have appealed to residents to share the advisory widely. The police said cybercriminals exploit fear, greed and haste, and urged people to remain alert and report suspicious activity promptly.
NEWS NOTE
Yamunanagar Police arrested four accused in two theft cases and recovered stolen property. Police have also warned that “digital arrest” is not a legal process. Residents should never share OTPs or banking details with unknown callers and should report cyber fraud on helpline 1930.
