J&K's cyber terror case: 22 places raided; 22 arrested

Srinagar: The Counter Intelligence of Kashmir (CIK) on Wednesday raided 22 locations in Kashmir and detained 22 suspects in connection with a case involving an alleged financial crime syndicate that posed a serious threat to national economic security and digital safety.

Police officials said raids and detention were carried out to expose the alleged extensive criminal network that has been operating mule bank accounts to launder proceeds of cyber fraud, illegal online gaming, betting rackets and other unlawful activities.

Preliminary investigation identified 22 suspects operating within the Kashmir Valley and after obtaining search warrants from Special NIA Court, Srinagar, CIK conducted simultaneous searches at 22 locations, including 17 in Srinagar, three in Budgam and one each in Shopian and Kulgam districts.


The officials claim to have received "substantial incriminating material, including digital devices and financial records critical to the probe". So far, 22 individuals have been detained for questioning to establish their roles and linkages.