Key Accused in Cyber Slavery Case Arrested at Bengaluru International Airport
The Crime Branch-Criminal Investigation Department (CB-CID) arrested Jai alias Babu, a key accused in a cyber slavery and overseas employment fraud case, at Bengaluru International Airport on July 16, 2026. Jai, a native of Theni district living in Malaysia, acted as a recruitment agent who lured youths with promises of lucrative jobs and trafficked them to Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos. Victims were forced to work in cyber scam centres, conducting investment scams using fake Bitcoin applications. Their passports were confiscated, and they faced physical and mental abuse. Based on victim statements, 26 cases were registered across Tamil Nadu. Jai had been declared an absconding accused after a charge sheet was filed, and a lookout circular was issued. He was arrested upon arrival from Malaysia. Further legal action is underway.
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