Fraud with Bank Manager led to discovery of Big Fraud Gang linked to Jamtara
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A former bank manager from Kolkata lost Rs 4.5 lakh to a cyber fraud scheme, leading to the arrest of a bike taxi rider. The fraudster had been using the victim’s bank account to carry out illegal transactions. The police have also detained a private bank manager and are questioning him about his possible involvement in helping the bike rider carry out the scam.
What Happened?
The incident took place in South Kolkata, where the fraudster, Ashish Sahu, was arrested by the Cossipore police. Sahu, a bike taxi rider, is accused of renting out his bank account to criminals for financial gain. This allowed the fraudsters to use his account for transferring money obtained through illegal means.
According to the police, the scam started when the victim, a retired bank manager whose name has not been disclosed, was contacted by someone pretending to be a bank employee. The fraudster claimed to be offering assistance with a credit card application. Despite being familiar with the risks of bank fraud, the retired manager made the mistake of sharing his personal banking information, including his bank account and ATM card details.
The Scam Unfolds
The fraudster made several unauthorized transactions from the victim’s bank account, totaling Rs 4.5 lakh. “The victim’s account was accessed without his permission, and multiple transactions were carried out,” said Inspector Rajesh Kumar of Cossipore police station.
During the police investigation, Ashish Sahu admitted to renting out his bank account to fraudsters in exchange for a commission. He said that earning money this way was more profitable than his regular income as a bike rider.
Connection to Jamtara Gang
The investigation revealed that the fraudsters were part of a larger criminal network linked to the notorious Jamtara gang. While the main criminals are based in Jamtara, a region known for its involvement in cyber fraud, they had set up a network in Kolkata. “The Jamtara gang has expanded its operations and has accomplices in Kolkata,” added Inspector Kumar.
Ongoing Investigation
The police are also questioning the private bank manager who might have assisted Sahu in carrying out the fraud. The authorities are continuing their investigation to uncover more details about how the crime was committed and to identify other potential suspects involved.
