DCP Gaming Investigation Results in Federal Grand Jury Indictment, Arrests for Widespread Identity Theft, Fraud

HARTFORD, Conn. (February 6, 2026) — Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) Gaming Investigators assisted Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Investigators Thursday, within the arrest of two Glastonbury males accused of using roughly 3,000 stolen identities to open bank accounts and commit widespread fraud.

Amitoj Kapoor, 29, and Sidharth Lillaney, 29, have been arrested and arraigned in U.S. District Court in New Haven Thursday, following a federal grand jury indictment earlier this week charging 45 counts together with conspiracy, wire fraud, id fraud, cash laundering and extra.

Kapoor and Lillaney are alleged to have used the stolen identities to defraud on-line playing corporations, primarily FanDuel, of roughly $3 million by making the most of new person promotions. They are additionally accused of utilizing the stolen identities to open on-line banking accounts to acquire digital saved worth playing cards to make deposits and withdrawals from the fraudulent FanDuel accounts.

As a part of this investigation, DCP Gaming Investigators despatched discover of id theft to greater than 1,200 people throughout the nation whose identities have been stolen.

“Although it could have began as a gaming-related investigation, the scope of the alleged id theft and fraud, with hundreds of potential victims throughout the nation, rapidly turned the first focus of this investigation,” said DCP Commissioner Bryan T. Cafferelli. “First and foremost, we’re a shopper safety company, and defending the general public by stopping and rooting out fraud is our prime precedence. Thank you to our expert workforce of DCP Gaming investigators in addition to the IRS Criminal Investigation Division for his or her diligent work on this case. We stay up for working with the U.S. Attorney’s workplace to see this case via to its conclusion.”

“As gaming regulators our top priority is protecting consumers and ensuring a fair and safe gaming marketplace for everyone, whether they choose to participate or not,” stated DCP Gaming Director Kris Gilman.  “Identity theft is a serious crime that can have lasting consequences for victims. We are proud of the work our team has done to result in these arrests, and grateful to the IRS Investigators and U.S. Attorney’s Office for assisting in our investigation and pursuing this case.”

FanDuel is the Online Gaming Operator for Mohegan Sun Casino.

“Fraud, identity theft, and the misuse of personal information have no place in a regulated marketplace. We commend the federal and state authorities for their work and decisive action in this case,” stated James Gessner Jr., Mohegan Tribal Chairman. “We continue to invest in advanced systems, responsible gaming tools, and fraud‑prevention measures to ensure a safe and secure experience for every player online and in all other areas of our business. Cases like this highlight the critical advantages of regulated iGaming, where strict oversight and close coordination with law enforcement protect consumers far more than unregulated alternatives. Mohegan remains committed to strong consumer protection regulations, preventing underage and problem gaming, and stopping fraud.”

Victims of id theft could also be denied credit score, loans or employment because of broken credit score historical past. They additionally should endure the stress of resolving the various points brought on by id theft. If you imagine you’re a sufferer of id theft, go to IdentityTheft.Gov to report the fraud and take steps to get well your id.

Copies of the grand jury indictment and detention movement can be found.

Consumers can report gaming-related considerations to DCP by emailing DCP.Gaming@ct.gov.

If you or somebody you recognize is searching for assets and assist for downside playing, name, or chat with the Connecticut Council on Problem Gaming 24/7 confidential Problem Gambling Helpline at 1(888) 789-7777 or go to www.ccpg.org.

Information about companies accessible in Connecticut for many who might have a playing downside can also be accessible at portal.ct.gov/problemgaming. You may study self-exclusion at ct.gov/selfexclusion.