Digital Arrest Scam in India has become one of the most worrying forms of cyber fraud in recent years. Almost every week, we hear about someone being threatened by fake police officers, CBI officials, telecom officers or other government authorities. Victims are told that their phone number, Aadhaar or bank account has been connected to […]
An 88-year-old woman from Sarita Vihar in southeast Delhi has allegedly lost around ₹78 lakh after cybercriminals placed her under what is commonly described as a “digital arrest” for approximately 10 days. According to a report published on September 16, 2026, the fraudsters allegedly convinced the elderly woman that she was connected to a money-laundering […]
Mumbai, September 14, 2026: A senior citizen in Mumbai has allegedly lost ₹64 lakh in a cyber fraud that reportedly began with an insurance-related offer and later turned into a “digital arrest” scam. The case highlights how cyber criminals continue to use fake identities, fear and impersonation of government officials to target victims. According to […]