The US Embassy in India expressed gratitude to the Central Bureau of Investigation for dismantling an illegal call center that targeted American citizens and for arresting a key operative involved in the scheme.
NEW DELHI – On November 27, the US Embassy in India extended its thanks to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for dismantling an illegal call center that specifically targeted US nationals. The operation also led to the arrest of a significant figure within the transnational cybercrime network.
The Embassy highlighted the collaborative efforts between Indian and US agencies aimed at dismantling international networks that facilitate scams, thereby enhancing the safety of citizens.
Earlier this week, the CBI announced the arrest of Vikas Kumar Nimar, a key suspect who had been evading capture and was allegedly involved in managing a vast network of illegal call centers aimed at defrauding foreign nationals, particularly Americans.
Nimar was apprehended at his home in Lucknow on November 20, following a warrant issued by the Court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate in Pune.
The CBI initiated its investigation into this case in 2024, subsequently launching extensive search operations across various states in India.
In September 2024, during a series of coordinated raids, the agency successfully dismantled four illegal call centers operating out of Pune, Hyderabad, and Visakhapatnam.
Investigators revealed that these centers were part of a sophisticated cybercrime syndicate designed to defraud US citizens through deceptive calls and online schemes.
Upon Nimar’s detention at his Lucknow residence, CBI officials recovered Rs 14 lakh in cash, multiple mobile phones, and several incriminating documents believed to be connected to the cybercrime operations.
These efforts underscore the commitment of both Indian and US authorities to combat cybercrime and protect citizens from fraudulent activities.
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