Thane Police investigation into call centre scam

Updates

1. Filing14 Jun 2026

   Thane crime branch busts fake call centre targeting US citizens

   The Thane crime branch has registered a case against 10 individuals for allegedly operating a fake call centre in Mumbra that defrauded US citizens by impersonating employees of a major cybersecurity company.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The police registered a case against a fake call centre that allegedly cheated people.

   Who:

   The Thane crime branch is the agency. Ten individuals are the accused.

   When:

   Reported on 14 Jun 2026.

   Where:

   Mumbra, Thane, Maharashtra.

   Why:

   The accused allegedly impersonated employees of a major cybersecurity company to defraud people.

   What it means:

   The police have formally started their investigation into the activities of the fake call centre.

   Hindustan Times
2. News22 Jul 2018

   Maharashtra: Thane Police to seek details of call centre scam in US

   A team of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) had visited Thane in 2016 and met police officials after the scam came to light.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   Thane police are asking for more information about a scam involving phone call centers.

   Who:

   The Thane Police are investigating the scam. The Federal Bureau of Investigation, a United States law enforcement agency, met with the police.

   When:

   Reported on 22 Jul 2018.

   Where:

   Thane, Maharashtra.

   Why:

   The information does not state a reason for this development.

   What it means:

   The police are seeking further details to continue their work on the case.

   The New Indian Express