Digital Arrest Scam Victims in Mumbai: Two Disturbing Cases of Fraud and Exploitation

A disturbing rise in digital arrest scams has been reported in Mumbai, with two recent incidents showcasing the alarming tactics employed by cyber fraudsters. In one case, a woman was duped out of Rs 1.7 lakh after being threatened with a “digital arrest” by scammers posing as Delhi Police officials. The fraudsters, who falsely claimed the woman was involved in a money laundering investigation, coerced her into booking a hotel room and kept her on a video call while they stole money from her online accounts. Shockingly, the victim was also subjected to an abusive “body verification” demand, where she was forced to strip in front of the criminals during the call.

In another case, a 77-year-old woman lost an incredible Rs 3.8 crore after being subjected to a month-long digital arrest scam. Posing as law enforcement officials, scammers convinced the woman that her Aadhaar details were involved in a money laundering operation. The fraudsters, using both phone and video calls, manipulated her into transferring vast sums of money to their accounts, under the guise of an ongoing investigation.

Both cases highlight the increasingly sophisticated methods of cyber criminals. As digital arrest scams spread across the country, authorities have issued warnings for citizens to stay vigilant and report such incidents. While investigations are ongoing, no arrests have been made in either case.

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