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Indians Trafficked to Cyber Scam Centers

July 15, 2024
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Indians Trafficked to Cyber Scam Centers

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched a sweeping investigation into a troubling case involving Indian nationals who were allegedly trafficked to Southeast Asia and coerced into participating in cybercrimes at what authorities describe as “Chinese control scam centers.” This revelation comes amid growing concerns over the exploitation of vulnerable individuals recruited under false pretenses with promises of lucrative employment opportunities in Thailand, only to be trafficked further into Cambodia, Laos, and Myanmar.

According to the FIR filed by the CBI, the victims, once in Southeast Asia, were reportedly subjected to coercive tactics and threats, compelling them to engage in various forms of cyber fraud targeting unsuspecting victims in India, Canada, and the US. The scams primarily involved cryptocurrency investment schemes and other online frauds facilitated through sophisticated social engineering tactics and deceptive online platforms.

One notable case highlighted in the FIR involves Saddam Sheikh, a resident of Maharashtra, whose journey began with enticing job offers that led him through a series of orchestrated trafficking routes. Despite paying significant sums for visas and travel expenses, Saddam found himself ensnared in a complex web of criminal operations upon reaching Laos. There, he allegedly became part of a network tasked with managing fraudulent social media profiles used to deceive and defraud individuals globally. His eventual escape and return to India have provided critical insights into the pervasive exploitation faced by trafficked individuals caught in these illicit activities.

The investigation, spurred by findings from the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C), underscores the intricate nature of transnational cybercrime networks operating under the guise of legitimate enterprises across Southeast Asia. Investigators have noted the use of Mandarin-language web applications and potential links to Chinese entities, complicating efforts to dismantle these criminal networks fully. As authorities delve deeper into the case, concerns escalate over the broader implications for cybersecurity and the urgent need for enhanced regulatory measures and international collaboration to combat human trafficking and cyber exploitation effectively.

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  • Indian Nationals Trafficked and Forced into Cybercrimes at Chinese Scam Centers
Tags: AsiaCambodiaCanadaCBICentral Bureau of InvestigationChineseCyber NewsCyber News 2024Cyber threatsCybersecurityIndiainvestigationJuly 2024LaosMyanmarScamSoutheast AsiaUSA
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