government official impersonation
Hyderabad Police Arrest Man Who Impersonated IAS and IPS Officers in Elaborate Two-Year Scam
Nov 27, 2025 01:10 am CST
Hyderabad authorities have arrested Bathini Shashikanth, a 39-year-old fraudster who posed as IAS and IPS officers for over two years. Using fake ID cards, bodyguards, and police sirens on his vehicle, he defrauded multiple victims including a gym owner of over Rs 10.5 lakh by promising government favors. Police warn citizens to verify officials' identities and report suspicious activities.
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.