In a major crackdown on crime, Bhagalpur police in Bihar have arrested two cyber fraudsters and one notorious robber in separate operations, dealing a severe blow to organized criminal networks. The arrests come as part of an intensified special campaign against cybercrime and street robberies, instilling fear among wrongdoers across the district.
Under the directives of Senior Superintendent of Police, the cyber police station targeted a gang exploiting the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme. These fraudsters preyed on farmers whose subsidy payments were stalled due to pending KYC updates, duping them with false promises of quick resolutions. Acting on a complaint filed on February 27, 2026, police registered case number 20/2026 and launched a technical surveillance operation.
The raid led to the capture of Rajkumar Das from Habibpur and Deepak Sharma from Radhanagar. Recovered items included a laptop, mobile phones, six ATM cards, and multiple bank passbooks. Investigations revealed the gang had opened fake bank accounts to siphon off farmers’ money illegally. Two other members of this syndicate were already behind bars, confirming the police’s ongoing pursuit.
In a parallel success, police apprehended Pawan Kumar Sharma, the last fugitive in the October 5, 2025, armed dacoity at Ghogha Market. Sharma was nabbed from Chitra police station area in Deoghar, Jharkhand, on March 3. With his arrest, all five accused in the daring robbery are now in custody, as the other four had been jailed earlier.
Sharma’s extensive criminal record includes multiple cases of dacoity and assault across various police stations. Bhagalpur police reaffirmed their zero-tolerance policy against cyber and organized crimes, crediting the cyber police station, DIU, and Ghogha police for their pivotal roles. These operations underscore the force’s commitment to safeguarding citizens from digital scams and violent thefts, promising a safer future for the community.