Reese Witherspoon Warns Fans About Social Media Scammer
Oscar-winning actress Reese Witherspoon alerts followers about a scammer posing as her on TikTok and Instagram, urging fans to verify accounts and avoid sharing personal details or money.
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Second digital arrest scam in Delhi's GK: Widow loses Rs 6.9 crore
A 70-year-old widow in Greater Kailash I lost Rs 6.9 crore to scammers posing as ED officers. This marks the second major digital arrest case from the area within just one week.
Pitampura Man Loses Rs 2.2 Crore in Digital Arrest Scam
A 78-year-old man from Pitampura lost Rs 2.2 crore after fraudsters posing as police officers placed him under 'digital' arrest for 10 days. Police have arrested five people for supplying mule bank accounts.
Sirsa MLA Gokul Setia Targeted by Impersonator
Sirsa MLA Gokul Setia files police complaint after an unidentified person impersonates his assistant to book air tickets fraudulently. Police investigation underway.
Bengaluru Police Await MHA Reply in Rs 2.7 Crore IAS Scam Case
Bengaluru police are set to file a chargesheet against a man who posed as an IAS officer and duped a doctor of Rs 2.7 crore. They await MHA verification of seized seals to complete the case.
Delhi Senior Loses ₹96 Lakh in Digital Arrest Scam
An 80-year-old man from Delhi lost his life savings of ₹96 lakh in a digital arrest scam. Fraudsters posing as CBI officials duped him via WhatsApp. Learn how to protect yourself from such frauds.
7 Arrested in Vijayawada Gold Scam Impersonating Police
Vedullapalli police arrested seven interstate gang members for impersonating police officers and cheating a woman of ₹6.5 lakh in a fake gold sale scam in Bapatla district.
Hyderabad conman impersonates IPS officer, cheats landlord
A Hyderabad landlord discovers his tenant, B Shashikanth, is a conman arrested for impersonating IPS/IAS officers. The fraudster defaulted on rent and vanished. Read the full story.
Delhi doctor loses Rs 14.84 crore to cyber fraudsters
A Delhi doctor was coerced into transferring Rs 14.84 crore to fraudsters posing as law enforcement. Read the shocking details of this sophisticated cybercrime and learn how to stay safe.
Elderly Delhi doctors lose Rs 14 crore in digital arrest scam
An elderly doctor couple in Delhi was held under 'digital arrest' for over two weeks and defrauded of Rs 14 crore by scammers posing as law enforcement. Read the shocking details of this cybercrime.
Ex-Air Force officer loses Rs 17.5 lakh in digital arrest scam
A retired Air Force officer and his wife in Kanpur were held under digital arrest for three days by cyber fraudsters posing as CBI, losing Rs 17.5 lakh. Police have launched a probe.
Bhopal Gang Mastermind Raju Irani Arrested in Surat
Surat's DCB arrests Aabid Ali Irani, the wanted mastermind of the Raju Irani gang from Bhopal. He is accused in multiple interstate crimes and led a lavish lifestyle. Read the full story.
Cyberfraudsters Target Belagavi Bureaucrats in WhatsApp Scam
Belagavi officials targeted by cybercriminals impersonating the city commissioner on WhatsApp to demand Rs 50,000. Learn how the scam was uncovered and the growing threat of digital fraud.
Couple loses Rs 38 lakh to cyber fraudsters posing as cops, CBI
A Raipur Khurd couple was cheated of Rs 38 lakh after fraudsters posing as Mumbai Police and CBI officials threatened arrest in a fake case. Police warn such threats are fake.
Ryan Chen: The 'Chinese Trump' Taking Internet by Storm
Ryan Chen, a 42-year-old from Chongqing, builds a global fanbase by impersonating Donald Trump to showcase Chinese culture, not politics. Discover his unique journey.
Retired Professor Loses Rs 92 Lakh in CBI Impersonation Scam
A 78-year-old retired professor in Lucknow was held under 'digital arrest' for 15 days by cyber fraudsters posing as CBI officers, who siphoned off Rs 92 lakh. Police urge citizens to report such scams immediately on helpline 1930.
Kolkata woman loses Rs 28 lakh in digital arrest scam
A 60-year-old Kolkata woman was digitally arrested & defrauded of Rs 28 lakh by scammers posing as Mumbai Police. They threatened her daughter would be raped & murdered. Learn how to stay safe.
58 Crore Digital Arrest Scam: 2,500-Page Chargesheet Filed
Maharashtra Cyber Police files massive chargesheet in Rs 58 crore 'digital arrest' fraud. 32 arrested, 41 wanted for impersonating CBI, ED officers and using 10,000 mule accounts. Read the shocking details.
Rs 58 Crore Digital Arrest Scam: 32 Arrested, 41 Wanted
Maharashtra Cyber Police files massive chargesheet in Rs 58 crore digital arrest fraud. Accused impersonated CBI, ED officials, used 10,000 mule accounts. Masterminds suspected in Cambodia, Dubai. Read the full investigation details.
Two arrested in Kanpur for Rs 6.6 lakh cyber fraud
Kanpur Cyber Crime Police arrest two men for duping a woman of Rs 6.6 lakh by posing as ATS and NIA officials. Learn how to protect yourself from such scams.
Auto driver posing as cop arrested in Ahmedabad for extortion
Ahmedabad police arrest autorickshaw driver Mohammed Shahrookh for impersonating a crime branch officer and extorting ₹40,000 from a resident. The accused has a criminal history.
Pune officer loses Rs 2 crore in digital arrest scam
A 57-year-old Maharashtra govt officer in Pune was duped of Rs 2.03 crore by fraudsters using a fake Supreme Court warrant in a fabricated money laundering case. Learn how the digital arrest scam unfolded.
Lucknow Police Bust Cyber Gang, 4 Held for Rs 54.6 Lakh Scam
Lucknow Police arrested four members of a cyber fraud gang who posed as police and NIA officers, cheating a pensioner of Rs 54.6 lakh via digital house arrest. Details inside.
Digital Arrest Scam in Ambedkarnagar: Rs 10 Lakh Lost
An elderly man in Ambedkarnagar was kept under 'digital arrest' for 8 days by cyber fraudsters posing as police, who cheated him of Rs 10 lakh. Read how the scam unfolded and learn to stay safe.
Lucknow Senior Falls Victim to 6-Hour 'Digital Arrest' Scam
A retired bank employee in Lucknow was held in a 6-hour 'digital arrest' by cyber fraudsters posing as CBI officers. Learn how his family's alertness led to a rescue and crucial tips to avoid such scams.
Kolkata Sebi, RBI Online Fraud: Police Issue Warning
Kolkata Police warns of rising online fraud using fake Sebi & RBI identities. Learn how scammers operate on social media and how to protect your investments.
Man duped of ₹14.65 lakh in fake RBI currency scam
A Pune-based share market consultant was cheated of ₹14.65 lakh by men posing as RBI officials, promising to turn black paper into real notes. Matunga police have registered an FIR. Read the full story.
Ajmer Man Loses Rs 57 Lakh to CBI Impersonators
A retired official in Ajmer was digitally arrested for 13 days by cyber fraudsters posing as CBI officers, losing Rs 57 lakh. Learn about the scam and how to protect yourself from such threats.
Extortionist Impersonates Ludhiana SHO, Uses Pakistani Number
A scammer impersonated Inspector Vijay Kumar, SHO of PAU police station, to extort money. The calls originated from a Pakistani number. Police urge public vigilance.
Ludhiana Police to Grill Rs 7 Crore Cyber Fraud Accused
Ludhiana Police will bring a key accused from Gujarat for questioning in a major Rs 7 crore cyber fraud case. The scam involved impersonating a senior police officer. Read for details.
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