Two Juveniles Apprehended in Alleged ₹10 Crore Cyber-Fraud Network

Bhadohi, July 16, 2026: Police apprehended two juveniles in connection with an alleged cyber-fraud network whose suspected transactions are estimated at more than ₹10 crore.

Investigators said the operation used bank accounts to route money linked to fraudulent government-benefit and loan schemes. More than 200 accounts and around 500 complaints recorded on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal are being examined.

The juveniles, aged 15 and 16, were produced before the Juvenile Justice Board and sent to judicial custody in accordance with juvenile-justice procedure. Their names, photographs, addresses and other identifying details are being withheld.

The investigation is continuing to identify adult associates, trace the money trail and determine the role of each account. The allegations remain subject to investigation and judicial scrutiny.