ISLAMABAD: The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) has arrested a 10-member fraud gang accused of posing as relatives of overseas Pakistanis to deceive citizens and obtain money through fake emergency requests.
According to the agency, the suspects allegedly used advanced masking software and foreign WhatsApp numbers to impersonate family members living abroad. The operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat organized cyber fraud targeting people across Pakistan.
Suspects Used Fake Emergencies to Obtain Money
NCCIA spokesperson said the suspects created false stories involving emergencies and visa-related problems to persuade victims to transfer large sums of money into multiple bank accounts.
Authorities said the group targeted unsuspecting citizens by presenting themselves as close relatives of Pakistanis living overseas.
Raid Leads to Arrests and Digital Evidence
The suspects, who are reported to belong to Sindh, were arrested during a raid in Islamabad’s Sohan Garden area. Officials identified some of the arrested individuals as Mohsin, Adil, and Mashooq.
During the operation, investigators recovered 10 mobile phones, sensitive banking information, fake transaction slips, and other digital evidence believed to be linked to the alleged fraud.
Investigation Continues
NCCIA Director Muhammad Ali Waseem said a formal case has been registered and investigations are underway to identify additional facilitators and trace the financial transactions connected to the network.
Authorities said efforts are continuing to dismantle the wider fraud network and recover the money trail.
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