NEW DELHI – July 23, 2025 – In a sensational case that has gripped the Delhi Police, Sub-Inspector (SI) Ankur Malik, formerly posted at the Cyber Police Station in North-East Delhi, and SI Neha Punia from GTB Enclave Police Station, both married, have reportedly absconded with over ₹2 crore in funds seized from cyber fraud investigations. The duo, who were allegedly involved in an extramarital affair, embarked on a lavish travel escapade to popular tourist destinations like Goa, Manali, and Kashmir before being apprehended in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
According to national media reports, citing sources within the Delhi Police, SI Malik, who was familiar with the intricacies of cybercrime networks, orchestrated an elaborate scheme to siphon off the seized funds. He allegedly obtained court orders for the release of the money by using fake complainants and then diverted over ₹2 crore into bank accounts belonging to his associates.
Once the funds were secured, SI Malik reportedly went on medical leave and vanished. Around the same time, SI Neha Punia, from the same 2021 batch of recruits, also went missing. A missing person report was filed for both officers.
The subsequent investigation revealed a bizarre tale of deception and a failed attempt to start a new life under fake identities. Police sources indicate that the two SIs became friends during their police training in 2021, and the fraud was allegedly planned during that period.
After absconding, Malik and Punia utilized the stolen money for their extensive travels.
They reportedly toured picturesque locations such as Goa, the serene hills of Manali, and the scenic beauty of Kashmir. Their plan, according to police, was to eventually acquire fake identification documents and settle down in the hilly regions of Madhya Pradesh, attempting to evade detection and begin a new life.
However, a special team from the Delhi Police, utilizing a combination of ground-level intelligence and technical surveillance, meticulously tracked their movements.
Their trail led them to Indore, Madhya Pradesh, where they were finally apprehended after approximately four months on the run. Police also revealed that upon reaching Indore, they allegedly bought gold in exchange for cash, likely to make financial tracking more difficult.
The Delhi Police are currently interrogating both SIs to ascertain the full extent of the fraud and identify any other individuals who might have been involved in the conspiracy. The case has sent shockwaves through the police force, highlighting concerns about financial irregularities and integrity within its ranks.
