{
  "id": 5765994,
  "title": "Around 330 held in crackdown on fraudulent activities in Assam: DGP",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/05/around-330-held-in-crackdown-on-fraudulent-activities-in-assam-dgp",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-05T11:10:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/assam/many-held-in-crackdown-on-fraudulent-activities-in-assam-says-dgp/article71431714.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A special police operation in Assam has led to the arrest of around 330 individuals accused of various fraudulent activities. DGP Harmeet Singh announced the crackdown, which began early Saturday, stating that more arrests are expected. The suspects targeted included impersonating police personnel, luring people with promises of settling police cases, and threatening others for money. Many of the accused loitered near police stations, promising to expedite complaints and avoid lengthy procedures. Some were also involved in dealing with stolen goods. Most arrests occurred in Cachar district, but apprehensions were made in other areas as well. The police are using cyber medium to carry out these fraudulent activities, and they are tracing the digital footprint left by the suspects. As investigations continue, the aim is to ensure public safety from such fraudulent practices.",
  "summary": "DGP Harmeet Singh said those arrested were involved in various frauds and threatening people over the phone and extracting money",
  "key_points": [
    "Around 330 individuals arrested in Assam for fraudulent activities.",
    "DGP Harmeet Singh announced the crackdown, with more arrests expected."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}