The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) arrested 39 suspects in Lahore following the uncovering of a fake loan app blackmail network. Authorities confirmed the network reportedly operated from a private housing society in Lahore, allegedly under the name Talk Master (Pvt) Ltd.
The suspects allegedly utilised several loan applications, including Aghar, Gro Fund, James Fund, Cash Air, Credy Check, and Credit Support. Furthermore, the arrested individuals allegedly accessed victims’ phone galleries and contact lists, subsequently employing artificial intelligence to fabricate obscene images.
The group of arrested suspects comprised 38 men and one woman. Authorities recovered a total of 40 laptops and 41 mobile phones from the scene.
A formal case has been registered against the suspects following the investigation. During the briefing, NCCIA Director General Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi stated that protecting Pakistan’s digital and financial reputation remained the agency’s top priority.
Syed Ali Nasir Rizvi also asserted that the agency would maintain a zero-tolerance policy against those involved in blackmailing citizens.
