ABBOTTABAD The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) Cyber Crime Circle Abbottabad has arrested the primary suspect in an alleged Rs18 million (Rs1.8 crore) fraud case, according to officials.
During an emergency press conference, FIA Abbottabad Deputy Director Abdul Wahab, accompanied by Assistant Director (Legal) Imran Khan, SHO Muhammad Shakir and Sub-Inspector Pakeeza, said the suspect, Saif Khan, son of Tariq Mehmood and a resident of Kunj Qadeem, Abbottabad, had been arrested in connection with Case No. 93/2026. The suspect had previously been granted interim bail.
According to preliminary investigations, the alleged fraud involves Rs18 million, with evidence indicating the use of bank accounts belonging to 24 individuals. Six other suspects have already been arrested in the case, while three others are currently on pre-arrest bail.
Investigators have also found that the primary suspect allegedly used personal bank accounts belonging to family members and local retailers. Authorities are examining the accounts, tracing financial transactions and investigating whether additional individuals were involved.
Further investigation and legal proceedings against the suspect are underway.
NCCIA Issues Financial Security Advisory
Addressing Abbottabad residents through the media, Deputy Director Abdul Wahab urged the public to take precautions to protect their financial accounts from misuse.
He advised citizens not to allow others to use their personal bank accounts, mobile wallets or other financial facilities. Retailers were specifically cautioned against receiving or transferring unrelated funds through their personal accounts on behalf of other individuals.
The public was also advised not to share ATM cards, PINs, one-time passwords (OTPs) or online banking credentials with anyone.
Abdul Wahab further urged citizens to immediately notify their bank and the relevant cybercrime authorities if they notice any suspicious financial transactions.
Investigation Continues
The case is being investigated by SHO Muhammad Shakir of the NCCIA Cyber Crime Circle Abbottabad, who is examining relevant bank accounts, fund transfers and the possible involvement of other individuals.
Officials emphasized that the allegations against the accused remain under investigation and that the final determination of guilt rests with a competent court.