New Delhi: Over 600 Delhi Police teams carried out raids in a massive, coordinated crackdown against cybercrime networks across the city and more than 20 states and Union territories.The operation focused on dismantling the financial and operational infrastructure of organised cyber fraud syndicates.The 48-hour operation, CyHawk 4.0, conducted from April 6 at 8 am to April 8 at 8 am, led to the rounding up of 8,371 people for questioning and verification.Over Rs 519 crore defrauded amount reported through cyber complaints registered on NCRP portal has been linked with multiple mule accounts and scamsters’ accounts, police saidPolice arrested 660 suspects and bound down 744 others linked to cybercrime activities. At least 499 FIRs were registered.The operation targeted key elements of cyber fraud networks, including mule accounts used to siphon, park and layer defrauded money. It targeted foot soldiers and agents handling cash withdrawals and fund transfers, and illicit call centres involved in job scams, telemarketing fraud, tech support scams and other deceptive services. Raids were carried out in Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and West Bengal.“Operation CyHawk reflects Delhi Police’s unwavering commitment to stay ahead of cyber criminals through intelligence-led and technology-driven policing. By targeting the financial and operational backbone of these networks, we have delivered a decisive blow to organised cyber fraud,” police commissioner Satish Golchha said.” This operation sends a strong and unequivocal message. Those who exploit citizens through digital means will be identified, tracked and be brought to justice. Our efforts will continue with greater intensity to ensure a cyber-safe Delhi and to contribute towards a cyber-secure India.”Working closely with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) under the MHA, police conducted hotspot mapping, analysed suspicious mobile numbers, verified account holders, and corroborated links with cyber complaints nationwide. I4C’s real-time backend support and analytical insights were pivotal in translating raw intelligence into actionable enforcement.Joint CP (southern) Vijay Kumar said multiple illegal call centres were neutralised, halting ongoing and potential scams targeting people across India. “During raids across multiple locations, Delhi Police found a large volume of digital devices — including phones, laptops, hard drives, SIM cards, debit/credit cards, financial records, diaries, and other incriminating materials. These are now being forensically analysed by cyber experts,” he added.The raids produced extensive financial data and digital evidence, which are under detailed technical analysis. Several leads are being pursued, with follow-up actions, linkages and possible arrests expected as the investigation expands into interstate and backward chains.Joint CP (IFSO) Rajneesh Gupta said that several accused were apprehended, providing breakthroughs in previous investigations. 3,564 NCRP complaints were linked to identified mule accounts and mobile networks, establishing robust investigative connections..A total of 2,203 notices were issued to individuals linked to the backward financial and operational chains of cyber fraud modules. Police said these actions have significantly weakened the operational backbone of numerous cyber fraud syndicates operating from the capital.
