Dubai Police arrest two for using victims’ bank accounts in online fraud scheme

Public urged to stay alert as fraudsters use social media to access bank accounts

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Balaram Menon, Senior Web Editor
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Dubai Police arrest two for using victims’ bank accounts in online fraud scheme
Dubai Police

Dubai: The Anti-Fraud Centre of the General Department of Criminal Investigation at Dubai Police has arrested two individuals for their involvement in exploiting bank accounts and digital wallets to conduct online financial fraud.

The arrests were made as part of Dubai Police’s ongoing awareness initiative, ‘Be Aware of Fraud’, which aims to educate the public on emerging cybercrime tactics.

According to the police, the suspects used social media platforms to lure victims by offering small financial incentives in exchange for banking details or assistance in opening new bank accounts and digital wallets.

Once obtained, these accounts were integrated into a broader, organised fraud network, enabling the transfer of illicit funds and concealing their origins to evade detection.

Following an investigation, the Anti-Fraud Centre successfully identified and located the suspects, leading to their arrest.

Authorities also seized a number of electronic devices and payment cards linked to the fraudulent transactions. Legal action against the accused is now underway.

Dubai Police have warned the public against engaging with suspicious requests related to banking information, stressing that even unintentional involvement could result in criminal liability.

They urged residents to report any questionable financial activities through the official eCrime platform or via the Dubai Police smart app.

The Police also emphasised the importance of securing personal financial data to help protect the community’s financial safety and social stability.

Balaram Menon
Balaram MenonSenior Web Editor
Balaram brings more than two decades of experience in the media industry, combining sharp editorial judgment with a deep understanding of digital news dynamics. Since 2004, he has been a core member of the gulfnews.com digital team, playing a key role in shaping its identity. Passionate about current affairs, politics, cricket, entertainment, and viral content, Balaram thrives on stories that spark conversation. His strength lies in adapting to the fast-changing news landscape and curating compelling content that resonates with readers.
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