Ludo Trap: ₹15 Crore Online Betting Scam Uncovered in Rajasthan
The Ramgarh police in Rajasthan’s Alwar district have uncovered a significant online betting scam, arresting four individuals who allegedly deceived users by posing as a Ludo gaming platform. Preliminary investigations indicate that the gang laundered over ₹15 crore, a figure that is expected to rise as the investigation continues.
Fake Ludo Platforms Used to Deceive Gamers and Launder Money
The operation came to light following a tip-off regarding illegal betting activities in Piprauli village. Acting promptly, DSP Sunil Kumar Sharma and his team apprehended four suspects: Wasim (son of Nawab), Shakir (son of Majeed), Khalid (son of Khurshid), and Rajesh (son of Banwari). These individuals allegedly orchestrated a sophisticated online racket disguised as a gaming platform, enticing users with promises of rewards for playing Ludo and similar games.
The scam encouraged users to place bets through UPI transactions and required mandatory Aadhaar-based registrations. However, winners—especially those who accrued substantial earnings—were never compensated, exposing the fraudulent nature of the platform.
Money Laundering Through Shell Companies and Commission Schemes The accused established two shell companies to facilitate their transactions. Once the account limits were exceeded, they funneled money through GST-registered accounts of other firms, effectively “legalizing” their illicit profits. To expand their reach, the scheme offered a 2% commission to users who referred others to the platform, which helped the scam proliferate rapidly.
During police raids, authorities seized:
₹71,000 in cash Two vehicles (Brezza and Swift) Five Android smartphones Two scanners Two swipe machines Five PAN cards, 18 ATM cards, and six cheque books Two bank passbooks The digital and physical evidence collected points to a highly organized operation aimed at defrauding thousands through deceptive online gaming interfaces.
Victims Left Helpless, Admins Untraceable as Investigation Expands
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