Crime

Four Arrested in Delhi Over ₦6.35 Million Scam; Nigerian National Implicated

Published by Akinwale Fakinlede on February 1st, 2026.

Delhi police have arrested four individuals, including a Nigerian national, in connection with an alleged fraud case involving over ₦6.35 million swindled from a woman through deceptive means.

According to law enforcement sources, the suspects are accused of orchestrating a well-planned scheme that targeted the victim over a period of time. Investigators say the group allegedly gained the woman’s trust before manipulating her into transferring large sums of money under false pretenses.

Preliminary findings suggest the scam involved digital communication channels, a method increasingly used by fraud networks to conceal identities and operate across borders. Authorities believe the suspects played different roles in the operation, ranging from direct communication with the victim to facilitating financial transactions.

The Nigerian national among those arrested is said to have been residing in India at the time of the incident. Police are currently examining the extent of his involvement, as well as possible links to other similar fraud cases. Electronic devices, bank records, and transaction histories have reportedly been seized as part of the ongoing investigation.

Officials noted that cyber-enabled financial crimes have seen a rise in recent years, urging members of the public to remain cautious when dealing with unsolicited offers, online relationships, or urgent financial requests.

All four suspects remain in custody as investigations continue. Police have indicated that further arrests are possible as they work to uncover the full scope of the operation and determine whether additional victims were aff

ected.