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Chennai, Oct 2025 :<\/strong> In a technologically sophisticated operation targeting transnational cybercrime and digital arrest rackets, the Tamil Nadu Police has achieved a major breakthrough by dismantling a network of automated fraud-calling machines\u2014commonly known as SIM boxes\u2014operated remotely by foreign nationals in New Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Tamil Nadu Cyber Crime Wing Headquarters<\/strong> successfully uncovered yet another international SIM box network functioning across multiple Indian states. Earlier in September 2025<\/strong>, following intelligence-led surveillance, coordinated raids were carried out across Tamil Nadu. These operations resulted in the seizure of 14 high-capacity Quectel SIM boxes<\/strong> in Chennai and the arrest of six suspects<\/strong>.
Subsequent investigations led to the recovery of one additional SIM box, while five others were found destroyed by the accused in Ramanathapuram District<\/strong>, allegedly to evade arrest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Network Extends to Multiple States<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Further investigation revealed that the key suspect had handed over eight SIM boxes<\/strong> to contacts in Delhi. The probe exposed that the same organized network had extended its operations to Delhi, Mumbai, and Bihar<\/strong>, signaling a vast interstate cybercrime nexus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acting on these leads, Dr. Sandeep Mittal, IPS<\/strong>, Additional Director General of Police, Cyber Crime Wing, directed the formation of multiple investigation teams<\/strong> under the supervision of Tmt. I. Shahnaz, IPS<\/strong>, Superintendent of Police, State Cyber Crime Investigation Centre.
These specialized teams, comprising Deputy Superintendents and Inspectors of Police<\/strong>, simultaneously launched raids across Delhi, Bihar, and Maharashtra<\/strong> to track down the suspects and seize further evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Raids in the National Capital Yield Major Results<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The coordinated operations led to the discovery of SIM boxes at two locations in Narela<\/strong> and one in Nilothi<\/strong>, both in New Delhi<\/strong>. The special task force arrested Tarikh Alam (19)<\/strong>, son of Ayub Alam, a resident of Nilothi, along with two of his associates \u2014 Lokesh Kumar (33)<\/strong>, son of Prem Singh, and Ashok Kumar (40)<\/strong>, son of Layak Ram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The raids culminated in the seizure of 24 SIM boxes<\/strong>\u201416 from Narela<\/strong> and 8 from Nilothi<\/strong>\u2014both hotspots in the national capital. Forensic analysis of tower dump data<\/strong> and digital evidence<\/strong> is currently underway to identify the broader network, trace financial transactions, and determine the full scope of the illegal operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Used in \u2018Digital Arrest\u2019 Scams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A detailed examination of Call Detail Records (CDRs)<\/strong> and network activity revealed that these SIM boxes were extensively used for \u201cDigital Arrest\u201d scams<\/strong>\u2014a rising form of cyber fraud orchestrated by international scam syndicates<\/strong>. These operations involve impersonating law enforcement officers to extort money from victims under the false pretext of criminal investigations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Major Blow to International Cyber Syndicates<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In its sustained fight against cybercrime, the Tamil Nadu Cyber Crime Wing<\/strong> has, over the past two months, successfully dismantled 44 SIM boxes<\/strong> linked to international cybercrime syndicates. This latest operation marks a major blow to such networks that exploited these devices to run fraudulent VoIP call routing hubs<\/strong>.
The ongoing forensic analysis aims to identify interstate and intrastate linkages<\/strong> to fully dismantle the infrastructure enabling these scams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Public Advisory Issued<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Emphasizing the importance of public awareness in combating cybercrime, Dr. Sandeep Mittal, IPS<\/strong>, Additional Director General of Police, Cyber Crime Wing, urged citizens to remain cautious and follow these key advisories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advisory to the Public:<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n