Delhi Police Busts Gang Luring Men on Dating Apps, Arrests Two Key Figures

A gang operating in the city and Rajasthan that was extorting money from men they lured on dating apps was busted by Delhi Police. The gang's modus operandi involved coercing victims into transferring money online, using multiple accounts to evade detection. The operation began with a complaint from a 28-year-old man from Shahdara, who alleged blackmail by a woman he met on a dating app. The police analyzed bank accounts, call records, and other digital evidence, leading to the arrest of 31-year-old Mangal Singh from Alipur in Delhi. Further investigation revealed a network of associates, including a 21-year-old man from Rajasthan's Sikri, who provided email IDs, SIM cards, and bank account details to the gang.

Key Takeaways:

• The gang operated by luring men on dating apps, recording their videos, and extorting them by demanding money.
• The victims were coerced into transferring money online to bank accounts controlled by the gang.
• Delhi Police analyzed digital evidence, including bank accounts and call records, to track down the suspects.
• The investigation revealed a network of associates, including a 21-year-old man from Rajasthan, who provided support to the gang.
• The police arrested 31-year-old Mangal Singh and 21-year-old Shyam Singh, and identified fake profiles on dating apps.
• Another associate, Aamir, was also identified, and the police are still investigating if women were involved in trapping the victims.

Statistics:

• Rs.35,000 was transferred by the victim to one of the bank accounts controlled by the gang.
• Four phones were seized by the police during the investigation.
• The police identified fake profiles on dating apps used by the gang.
• One associate, Aamir, is currently on the run.
• The investigation is still ongoing to determine the extent of the gang's activities and the number of victims involved.

Sources:

• HT Digital Content Services with permission from Hindustan Times.