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Crime
Three arrested for duping Bihar YouTuber of Rs 2.6 lakh over Free Fire ID
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 18 Oct 2026, 01:36 AM
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Bihar police have detained three individuals accused of cheating a local YouTuber out of Rs 2.6 lakh by misusing a Free Fire gaming ID.
Bihar law enforcement announced the arrest of three suspects linked to a fraud that cost a popular regional YouTuber Rs 2.6 lakh. The alleged scam involved the misuse of a Free Fire gaming ID, through which the victims were persuaded to transfer the money.
Police officials said the investigation began after the YouTuber lodged a complaint, providing details of the transaction and the identities of the accused. The suspects were apprehended during a coordinated operation at a location in the state, though the exact city was not disclosed.
Authorities have recovered a portion of the amount and are continuing to trace the remaining funds. The case underscores growing concerns over digital gaming platforms being exploited for financial fraud in India.
The three individuals are currently in custody and will face charges under sections related to cheating and cyber‑crime. Further legal proceedings are pending as the investigation unfolds.
Police officials said the investigation began after the YouTuber lodged a complaint, providing details of the transaction and the identities of the accused. The suspects were apprehended during a coordinated operation at a location in the state, though the exact city was not disclosed.
Authorities have recovered a portion of the amount and are continuing to trace the remaining funds. The case underscores growing concerns over digital gaming platforms being exploited for financial fraud in India.
The three individuals are currently in custody and will face charges under sections related to cheating and cyber‑crime. Further legal proceedings are pending as the investigation unfolds.