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The agency seized 66 mobile phones, 13 laptops, hard disks, communication equipment, cash and records during the searches. Investigators are now analysing the recovered material, including calling campaigns, scripts, dialler systems, VoIP-based systems, victim data and payment channels. The digital evidence is being examined to establish connections between the searched premises, identify other people allegedly involved and trace the proceeds of crime. Further investigation is under way.
The investigation also led ED officials to residential premises in Chandigarh, which they said were allegedly being used by the mastermind to coordinate and control the Patiala operations. Several digital devices were recovered from the Chandigarh premises. Investigators also found a person allegedly involved in handling the proceeds generated by the racket and converting US dollars into Indian currency. The ED is examining his role and the related financial transactions.