Jaipur, 29 November: In a major crackdown, the Jaipur Police have arrested five key members of the Tatlubaaz Gang a group accused of orchestrating more than 50 fraudulent acts across the city, totaling over ₹50 lakh. The arrests came after a thorough police investigation triggered by complaints of financial deception through social-media lures.
Gang’s Modus Operandi and Scope of Crimes
The Tatlubaaz Gang reportedly used social media platforms like WhatsApp and Instagram to dupe unsuspecting victims. Promising lucrative returns or appealing deals, they defrauded people and siphoned off substantial funds. Over the span of their operations, the gang is believed to have carried out 50 or more robberies and fraud cases a scale that has alarmed local law-enforcement authorities.
According to the police, the aggregate amount swindled by the gang is around ₹50 lakh, though investigations are ongoing and the figure may rise as more victims come forward. During the raids, officers seized vehicles, mobile phones, and other digital equipment used by the accused for communication and execution of the frauds.
Arrests and Police Action
The five arrested individuals are now in police custody and are being interrogated to unravel the full extent of the network. Authorities say these arrests mark a significant breakthrough in the city’s efforts to curb organised fraud and cyber-enabled crime. The operations are reported to have been carried out swiftly following leads obtained from victims’ complaints and digital footprints.
The police have pledged to continue the crackdown, warning of more arrests as the probe progresses. Citizens are urged to remain vigilant and report suspicious offers or messages on social platforms.
Statement from Authorities
A senior police official remarked: “This gang’s elaborate use of social media to lure victims made detection difficult. The arrests underscore Jaipur Police’s commitment to rooting out fraud networks operating in the city. We urge people to verify any unsolicited offers and avoid sharing personal data over unverified channels.”
What This Means for Jaipur Residents
- The bust sends a strong signal that authorities are monitoring and acting against fraud networks aggressively.
- It underscores the risk posed by social-media-based frauds especially offers that seem “too good to be true.”
- Residents must exercise caution with unknown contacts, and verify authenticity before engaging in any transactions or sharing sensitive information.