The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) recently uncovered a major illegal call center in Karachi’s Defence Phase II involved in fraud. The call center, reportedly managed by police ASI Abubakar and accomplice Umar Shah Bukhari, targeted foreign nationals to extract sensitive financial information. This raid is a significant breakthrough by the FIA Cybercrime Reporting Center in its ongoing mission to curb cybercrime in Pakistan.
Deceptive Tactics to Extract Financial Data
The investigation revealed that call center staff used deceptive tactics to gather sensitive information from unsuspecting foreigners, focusing on foreign bank representatives and Canadian citizens. By posing as legitimate representatives, they obtained critical personal details, including credit card numbers and bank account information, which they then exploited for financial gain. FIA officials confirmed the operation had been functioning for months, collecting personal financial data that was sold to various merchants.
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Leaders in Cyber Fraud
Abubakar, an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) from Karachi’s Derakhshan police station, led the fraudulent scheme along with Umar Shah Bukhari. According to FIA officers, the call center sold sensitive data to local merchants, using the profits for personal gain. The investigation continues to uncover the depth of the operation, which has highlighted the growing sophistication of cybercrime networks in Pakistan.
Evidence and Equipment Seized
During the raid, FIA investigators confiscated critical evidence. This evidence included equipment used for the scam, such as high-tech call systems and computers. This evidence provides insight into the organization and technology behind the operation, underscoring the urgent need for intensified cybersecurity efforts. The FIA has committed to cracking down on similar illegal call centers and fraudulent schemes throughout the country.
FIA’s Cybercrime Crackdown on Illegal Call Center
The FIA’s ongoing crackdown on cybercrime has gained momentum as fraudulent schemes targeting foreigners become more prevalent. This latest discovery reaffirms the agency’s commitment to protecting personal data and financial security on an international scale. The FIA urges citizens and foreigners alike to remain cautious and vigilant in response to the rise of cyber fraud operations.
This raid serves as a warning to illegal operators in the cyber fraud world. FIA vows to maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards cybercrime and illegal call centers targeting vulnerable individuals worldwide.
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