Morigaon police have intensified their operations against cybercrime and fake job rackets in the district, making frequent arrests and busting criminal networks involved in such scams. Over the past several days, law enforcement has targeted locations within the district known to be hubs for cybercriminal activities and related offenses. Sources close to the investigation, who wished to remain anonymous, revealed that the police are also probing the possibility of foreign involvement in these criminal enterprises.

On a significant development, the police arrested four individuals on Saturday accused of running a fake job racket under the guise of the Tata Semiconductor project located in Jagiroad. The racket involved creating fraudulent groups on online messaging platforms, through which they lured unemployed youth from Nagaon and Morigaon districts by promising lucrative job opportunities.

The mastermind behind the scam, identified as Tarikul Ahmed, falsely represented himself as an engineer associated with Tata Semiconductor. Along with his accomplices, he offered fake employment prospects to hundreds of youths. They collected large sums of money—running into lakhs of rupees—from their victims by assuring them jobs in the project. To make their deceit convincing, the fraudsters fabricated appointment letters, interview calls, and other official-looking documents.

Among those arrested by the Morigaon police is Professor Saikul Islam, a lecturer in Economics at Kawaimari College in Nagaon district, along with three others: Tufail Ahmed, Shakil Junaid, and the mastermind Tarikul Ahmed himself. The police seized numerous fake documents from the accused, including forged appointment and interview letters, substantiating the charges against them.

Investigations further revealed that Professor Saikul Islam’s bank account had received significant amounts of money from the scam proceeds, indicating his active involvement. After initially evading arrest by hiding in Shillong, Tarikul Ahmed surrendered to the Jagiroad Police Station. This marked a critical breakthrough in the police crackdown on the racket.

Morigaon police have urged the public to exercise caution and avoid falling victim to similar fraudulent schemes. They emphasized the importance of verifying the authenticity of job offers and warned people to remain vigilant against suspicious activities. Authorities have also called on citizens to promptly report any doubtful job offers or suspicious behavior to law enforcement agencies, thereby aiding in the prevention of such crimes.

The police’s ongoing investigation and arrests underscore a firm commitment to dismantling cybercrime networks and protecting vulnerable populations from exploitation. The focus on the Tata Semiconductor-related racket highlights how sophisticated these scams have become, involving fabricated digital identities and forged documents to deceive job seekers.

Additionally, police continue to maintain strict surveillance on various district locations suspected of being hotspots for cyber and other criminal activities. The inquiry into potential foreign involvement suggests that these cybercrime operations may have wider links beyond the local context, prompting a more expansive law enforcement response.

This intensified law enforcement effort reflects the growing concern over cyber fraud and fake employment schemes, which prey on desperate job seekers and cause significant financial and emotional harm. By cracking down on these networks, the Morigaon police aim to restore public confidence and ensure safer avenues for legitimate employment.

In summary, the recent arrests and ongoing investigations demonstrate the proactive role of Morigaon police in combating cybercrime and fraudulent job rackets. The case involving the Tata Semiconductor project impersonation has brought to light the elaborate methods used by scammers, while the police’s swift action sends a strong message to criminals operating in the district. The public is urged to stay informed and cautious, helping authorities in their mission to eradicate such deceptive practices.