New Delhi: East District cyber police have arrested two people for allegedly facilitating website fraud through a fake site offering medicines and health supplements to people in Punjab.
The arrested men have been identified as Hiten Kumar and Ayush Arya, both aged 22. Police said financial analysis and digital investigation traced transactions worth ₹2,66,437 to two bank accounts.
The accused allegedly withdrew the money and passed it onward in exchange for a 10% commission. Investigators examined bank accounts, KYC documents, transactions and other digital evidence to trace their roles.
An Apple iPhone 15 Pro was recovered. Police said the phone contained crucial digital evidence, including the website link and WhatsApp chats between the accused.
People buying medicines or health supplements online have been urged to check the authenticity of the website before paying. Cyber-fraud complaints can be reported by calling 1930.
