Prime Accused Arrested in Cyber Fraud Case in Matigara

Prime Accused Arrested in Cyber Fraud Case in Matigara

Siliguri, September 8: The Cyber Team of Matigara Police Station under the Siliguri Police Commissionerate conducted a raid on September 8, 2026, and arrested the prime accused, identified as 24-year-old Rahul Roy.

The arrest was made as part of “Cyber Prahar”, following an analysis of data received from the Cyber Crime Wing, West Bengal, and the SAMANVAYA Portal.

According to police, the analysis revealed that suspected proceeds of cyber fraud amounting to ₹3,77,899.52 had been credited or transferred through nine suspected mule bank accounts falling under the jurisdiction of Matigara Police Station.

During the operation, police seized one Bandhan Bank passbook, one Bandhan Bank cheque book, and one Vivo Y31 Pro 5G Android mobile phone.

Further investigation into the case is underway.