Bengaluru 04 December 2024: The Bengaluru Cyber Crime Police have successfully cracked a ₹5.5 crore fraud case involving e-commerce platform Meesho, arresting three individuals from Gujarat. Acting on a First Information Report (FIR) filed by Meesho on July 1, 2024, the Bengaluru Cyber Cell conducted a swift and thorough investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Meesho’s Trust and Safety team first identified the fraudulent activities and promptly escalated the matter to law enforcement. The police team acted decisively, leveraging advanced investigative techniques to uncover the details of the operation, which involved large-scale fraudulent returns and false refund claims.
Quote from a police official, “The Bengaluru Cyber Crime Police remain committed to combating digital fraud and protecting the interests of businesses and consumers alike. Our team’s swift response and collaboration with Meesho highlight the importance of partnerships in tackling such sophisticated crimes.”
Quote from Lopamudra Rao, General Counsel at Meesho, “We are immensely grateful to the Bengaluru City Police and Cyber Crime Cell for their prompt and effective action in addressing this case. Their decisive efforts send a strong message that such fraudulent activities will not be tolerated. At Meesho, we remain steadfast in safeguarding the integrity of our platform through robust internal mechanisms and close collaboration with law enforcement. Initiatives like Project Vishwas further reflect our commitment to ensuring a secure and trustworthy platform for all.”
This collaboration reinforces the importance of partnerships between businesses and law enforcement in building a safer digital ecosystem. Meesho continues to bolster its security infrastructure under Project Vishwas, incorporating advanced fraud detection tools and analytical models to proactively mitigate risks.
