Rajasthan Police Bust Telegram based Fraud Ring Operating Fake Channels GTMOFX ID, Forex Team, Gold Trader and Vicky Trade

Tonk, Rajasthan – In a significant crackdown on cyber crime, Tonk Police arrested four members of an inter-state gang accused of running a large-scale online fraud operation through fake Telegram channels. The arrested individuals allegedly used channels named GTMOFX ID, Forex Team, Gold Trader and Vicky Trade to lure victims with promises of high returns through trading and gaming applications.

According to an official statement from Rajasthan Police released on 26 July 2026, the gang created and operated these fraudulent Telegram channels to convince people to invest money, claiming quick and substantial profits. Victims were directed to deposit funds into various bank accounts controlled by the accused, after which the money was misappropriated. District Superintendent of Police Roshan Meena stated that the arrests were made as part of a special campaign against cyber criminals directed by police headquarters. The operation was supervised by Additional Superintendent of Police Ratanlal Bhargav and Circle Officer Mrityunjay Mishra. The team, led by Station House Officer (Sadar) Ankesh Kumar and DST In-charge Sub-Inspector Omprakash, successfully apprehended the suspects.The four arrested individuals have been identified as Rishabh Meena of Maukpura, Uniara; Ramkesh Prajapat of Dhikolia, Uniara; Ganesh Prajapat of Parli, Aligarh; and Rakesh Meena of Nawabpura, Mehandwas.

Police recovered a Mahindra Scorpio S-11 vehicle, one laptop, eight mobile phones, bank passbooks, cheque books, and ₹15,150 in cash from their possession. The recovered Scorpio, bearing registration number RJ 23 BH 3397L, is believed to have been purchased using proceeds of the fraud.Investigators found that bank accounts linked to the operation are associated with 12 complaints already registered on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP). These accounts show evidence of transactions involving large sums of money. Police are currently examining the complete money trail and working to identify other members of the network, associated mobile numbers, and digital infrastructure. Preliminary findings indicate that the gang targeted victims across multiple states in India. Rajasthan Police emphasized that detailed investigation into the full extent of the network remains ongoing. Authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant against unsolicited investment opportunities shared on social media platforms, particularly Telegram, and to report any suspected cyber fraud to the nearest police station or through official helplines such as 100/112 and the NCRP portal.