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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.
Pune Man Loses Rs 11 Lakh in Online Pregnancy Advertisement Scam: A Warning About Digital Fraud
Oct 31, 2025 08:24 pm CST
A contractor from Pune fell victim to cybercriminals, losing Rs 11 lakh after responding to a fake online advertisement from someone claiming to seek pregnancy assistance. This case highlights a growing trend of sophisticated online scams in India, including "digital arrest" schemes that have recently targeted elderly citizens in Hyderabad, with victims losing substantial sums to fraudsters posing as law enforcement officials.
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.
Mumbai Cyber Police Arrest Two in Rs 50 Lakh Digital Arrest Scam Targeting Senior Citizens
Oct 29, 2025 08:40 pm CST
Mumbai Cyber Police have arrested two individuals involved in a sophisticated 'digital arrest' scam that defrauded senior citizens of Rs 50 lakh. The criminals posed as police officials, created fake documents, and kept victims on video calls for days while extorting money. Authorities warn citizens that digital arrests have no legal basis in India and provide essential safety guidelines to avoid such scams.
Supreme Court Takes Action Against Digital Arrest Scams and Cyber Fraud in India
Oct 17, 2025 05:05 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has issued notices to the Central government and investigative agencies regarding the alarming rise in digital arrest scams and cyber frauds. After a senior citizen couple lost Rs 1.5 crore to scammers impersonating officials and using forged judicial orders, the court emphasized that such crimes undermine public trust in the judiciary and require coordinated efforts between central and state governments to combat effectively.
Maharashtra Physician Loses Rs 7 Crore in Sophisticated 'Digital Arrest' Cybercrime Scheme
Oct 15, 2025 09:51 pm CST
A senior doctor in Maharashtra fell victim to an elaborate cybercrime operation, losing over Rs 7 crore after fraudsters impersonated law enforcement officials and judges who placed him under a fake "digital arrest." The perpetrators used counterfeit Supreme Court and Enforcement Directorate documents to intimidate the victim, threatening legal consequences and monitoring his movements until he transferred the funds to their accounts.
Inside India's Digital Arrest Scam: How Fraudsters Target the Wealthy Through Financial and Psychological Manipulation
Oct 13, 2025 05:45 pm CST
This article exposes India's devastating "digital arrest" scam targeting affluent citizens, where fraudsters posing as government officials manipulate victims into transferring life savings through psychological intimidation. With losses exceeding $290 million since 2022, the article examines how these scams exploit weaknesses in banking systems, data security vulnerabilities, and law enforcement limitations, while offering solutions to combat this growing financial threat.