extortion scheme
Police Arrest Fake IAS Officer Running Multi-State Extortion Scheme with Government Vehicle and Armed Guards
Dec 13, 2025 12:28 pm CST
Authorities in Gorakhpur have arrested Lalit Kishor from Bihar who posed as IAS officer 'Gaurav Kumar' for six months, operating an elaborate fraud scheme across multiple states. The impersonator maintained his convincing facade with official-looking vehicles, armed guards, and forged documents while extorting substantial sums from schools and individuals seeking government tenders.
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.
21-Year-Old Woman Arrested for Rs 20.5 Lakh Digital Arrest Scam Impersonating Mumbai Police
Nov 12, 2025 02:14 am CST
A 21-year-old woman from Mysuru has been arrested by Alappuzha Cyber Crime Police for extorting Rs 20.5 lakh through an elaborate "digital arrest" scam. The fraudsters impersonated Mumbai Police officials, using doctored evidence and threatening the victim with fabricated charges to extract funds. Two additional suspects remain at large as investigations continue.
BSc Student Arrested in Haridwar for Rs 30 Lakh Extortion Plot Using Lawrence Bishnoi Gang's Name
Nov 08, 2025 08:05 am CST
Police in Uttarakhand have arrested a BSc student who conspired with an overseas accomplice to extort Rs 30 lakh from a local businessman by impersonating members of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. The scheme involved threatening calls made from Armenia in an attempt to evade detection, highlighting a growing trend of international criminal collaboration in extortion cases.