Uttarakhand Police Dismantle International Cyber Fraud Ring in Operation Hotspot‑2026

Uttarakhand law‑enforcement officials disclosed that a multi‑national cyber‑fraud syndicate was busted in a series of raids carried out under the banner of Operation Hotspot‑2026. The operation targeted the group’s online infrastructure, leading to the arrest of multiple suspects believed to be involved in large‑scale financial scams across borders.

According to a police spokesperson, investigators seized computers, servers and other digital devices that were used to orchestrate phishing attacks and fraudulent transactions. The seized equipment is being examined by the state’s cyber‑crime cell to trace the flow of illicit funds and identify additional accomplices abroad.

The police emphasized that the crackdown is part of a broader effort to curb cross‑border cybercrime that threatens Indian citizens and businesses. Further details on the number of arrests and the specific countries linked to the syndicate will be released as the investigation progresses.