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Supreme Court Vows Strict Action Against Rs 3,000-Crore Digital Arrest Scams Targeting Elderly Citizens
Nov 03, 2025 05:36 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has committed to taking strong measures against digital arrest scams that have defrauded citizens of nearly Rs 3,000 crores. These sophisticated cybercrime operations involve criminals impersonating government officials to extort money from victims, particularly targeting elderly people. Justice Surya Kant's bench is appointing an amicus curiae and considering nationwide investigation protocols to combat this growing threat that operates across jurisdictional boundaries.
Tragic Consequences of Digital Arrest Scam: Elderly Pune Officer Dies After Rs 1.2 Crore Fraud
Oct 30, 2025 04:21 pm CST
An 82-year-old retired government officer from Pune died from shock after he and his elderly wife were defrauded of Rs 1.19 crore in a sophisticated "digital arrest" scam. Criminals posing as cyber police and CBI officials kept the couple under remote surveillance for three days, extracting their life savings. Experts warn that legitimate authorities never conduct arrests by phone or demand financial transfers.