Online bomb training, crypto trailemerge in ISIS suspect probe
LUCKNOW, March 27 -- The Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) investigation into Haris Ali, a suspected ISIS operative arrested in Moradabad on March 14, has revealed access to online training modules on explosives and a complex trail of high-value cryptocurrency transactions. This has prompted the UP ATS to intensify its probe into possible terror funding and radicalisation networks.
According to ATS officials, several associates of the suspect were involved in cryptocurrency transactions worth lakhs of rupees over the past two years, using digital currencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin. Multiple digital wallets identified during the investigation are suspected to be linked to terror financing channels. Investigators are now mapping transaction patterns and compiling financial intelligence.
The revelations came during Haris Ali's five-day police custody remand, which began on March 24. While no suspicious crypto activity has so far been directly traced to his personal accounts, officials said the financial footprint of his close contacts has raised serious red flags.
According to officials, forensic analysis of electronic devices seized by the ATS uncovered chats, videos and documents detailing the fabrication of explosives, including hand grenades and improvised explosive devices (IEDs). During interrogation, the accused allegedly admitted that handlers were providing him with online training to assemble such devices.
"These handlers operated using multiple aliases. Preliminary technical inputs suggest several IP addresses trace back to regions in and around Pakistan and Afghanistan," an ATS officer said, indicating possible cross-border links....
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