Lucknow Woman Saved from Rs 1.5 Crore Digital Arrest Scam
A 75-year-old Lucknow woman was trapped in a terrifying digital arrest by cyber fraudsters posing as CBI officers. Police intervention saved Rs 1.5 crore. Read the shocking details.
A 75-year-old Lucknow woman was trapped in a terrifying digital arrest by cyber fraudsters posing as CBI officers. Police intervention saved Rs 1.5 crore. Read the shocking details.
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A 62-year-old Kochi resident lost Rs 2.14 crore in an online trading scam. The fraudsters contacted him via WhatsApp after he responded to a social media ad. Learn how to protect yourself from such cybercrimes.
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Madhya Pradesh pensioners are losing life savings to elaborate 'digital arrest' scams. Learn how fraudsters pose as officials and the steps to protect your family.
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Nagpur cyber police cracked two major fraud cases, arresting four individuals for a 'digital arrest' scam and a crypto investment fraud, collectively cheating victims of over Rs 2 crore. Read the full investigation details.
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Uttar Pradesh STF arrests a key operative from a 'digital arrest' cyber fraud syndicate who duped a Lucknow professor of Rs 95 lakh. Details on the modus operandi and the ongoing investigation inside.
A 73-year-old in Chandigarh was defrauded of Rs 52 lakh after scammers held him under fake digital arrest for 17 days. Learn how the cybercrime unfolded and crucial safety tips.
Gurgaon Police's November 2025 cybercrime drive led to 214 arrests and freezing of Rs 8.77 crore. Over 3,500 complaints were received, with Rs 3.52 crore refunded. Stay safe online.
Cyber criminals posing as police and CBI officials used 'digital arrest' threats to dupe two Hyderabad senior citizens of over ₹2.2 crore. Read how the elaborate scam unfolded.
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Jalandhar police register four separate fraud cases totaling Rs 55 lakh. Victims deceived by fake promises of jobs, loans, and online schemes. Authorities urge public vigilance.