Delhi Police have arrested two men from Uttar Pradesh for their alleged involvement in an online investment fraud in which a man lost ₹22.5 lakh. The accused allegedly arranged bank accounts for money transfers linked to the fraud.
Victim Cheated Through Facebook Profile
The case was registered on April 29, 2026, after complainant Amit Kumar reported that he had been cheated through a Facebook profile named “Naha Sharma.”
According to police, the profile operators persuaded him to invest money through an online platform called “E Seller Store,” promising high returns. The victim transferred money multiple times and allegedly lost a total of ₹22.5 lakh.
First Accused Arrested in Mathura
During the investigation, police traced ₹1 lakh of the suspected proceeds to a bank account registered in the name of Raj Kumar. On October 17, police arrested 34 year old Raj Kumar from Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, and seized a mobile phone from him.
During questioning, Raj Kumar allegedly told investigators that he had opened the bank account at the request of his brother in law, Vipin Kumar, in exchange for ₹15,000. He allegedly handed over the ATM card, bank documents and registered mobile number to Vipin.
Brother in Law Arrested in Uttar Pradesh
Acting on the information provided during questioning, police arrested 29 year old Vipin Kumar from Tappal, Uttar Pradesh, on October 18.
Three mobile phones were recovered from him. Police allege that Vipin received the bank account from Raj Kumar and subsequently passed the banking materials to another person. He is also accused of arranging additional bank accounts in exchange for money.
Four Mobile Phones Seized
Police have seized four mobile phones in total during the operation. Both accused are residents of Mathura and reportedly have no previous criminal record. Investigators are examining the seized devices and tracing the movement of the money to identify other people who may have been involved in the alleged fraud.
Investigation Continues
The case highlights the risks associated with online investment offers promising unusually high returns and the alleged use of bank accounts to move money obtained through cyber fraud. Delhi Police are continuing their investigation to establish the full extent of the fraud and identify other suspected participants.