Cybercrime Unit busts transnational gang of Nigerians targeting banks, telecom towers

The Cyber Crimes Department of the Criminal Security Sector, (General Department of Criminal Investigation), has dismantled a transnational gang of Nigerians accused of launching cyber attacks on telecommunications towers and banks in Kuwait.

This happened when the Communication & Information Technology Regulatory Authority, reported cyber intrusions targeting telecom networks.

Following this special security teams swung into action and immediately and discovering that the attacks originated from advanced electronic devices capable of breaching networks and sending mass fraudulent messages posing as banks, with the intent of stealing bank account information and stealing money.

Using signal tracking technology, the authorities traced the suspicious activity to a vehicle in the suburb of Salmiya.

When the officers moved in, the man behind the wheel stepped on the gas pedal and attempted to flee, and in a desperate attempt to get away collided with several vehicles.

After a brief but fierce struggle, detectives arrested him and a search of the vehicle uncovered advanced electronics and technical tools.

The suspect confessed to working with an accomplice to hack telecommunications networks and send fraudulent messages impersonating banks and telecom companies.

Further investigation led to the arrest of the other suspect. A search of their residence revealed additional devices and specialized equipment used to analyze stolen data.

Both suspects, along with the seized items, have been referred to the relevant authorities for legal action.

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