Delhi Police Freezes Additional Rs 60 Lakh in Major Digital Arrest Scam
Delhi Police has taken a significant step in the ongoing investigation of a high-profile digital arrest case. Authorities froze an additional Rs 60 lakh of the cheated amount. This action targets the Rs 15 crore scam involving an NRI doctor couple from their Greater Kailash-II residence.
With this latest freeze, the total amount put on hold now reaches Rs 2 crore. Police sources confirmed the funds were traced and stopped in bank accounts spread across seven Indian states. Investigators are actively probing whether part of the stolen money was transferred to foreign countries using cryptocurrency.
Details of the Massive Financial Fraud
The digital arrest case centers on Dr Indra Taneja, aged 77, and her 81-year-old husband, Dr Om Taneja. The couple was subjected to digital arrest from December 24 last year to January 9. They remained confined at their south Delhi home during this period.
Out of the total Rs 14.8 crore involved, the maximum transfer of Rs 4 crore went to a bank account in Vadodara, Gujarat. The fraudulent transactions followed a clear pattern over several days.
Chronology of the Fund Transfers
The money transfers began quickly after the digital arrest started. On December 26, Rs 1.9 crore was sent to Jalukbari in Guwahati, Assam. Consecutive transfers of Rs 2 crore each occurred on December 29 and 30 to Sama Savli in Vadodara.
January saw continued movement of funds. On January 2, Rs 2 crore was routed to Mayur Vihar Phase III in east Delhi. Another Rs 2 crore went to Nepean Sea Road in Mumbai on January 5.
Subsequent transfers included Rs 2.1 crore to Wazidpur in Uttar Pradesh on January 6. Rs 2.2 crore reached Moulali in Kolkata on January 8. The final transfer of Rs 50 lakh went to Belada in Uttarakhand on January 9.
Ongoing Investigation and Future Steps
Delhi Police continues its thorough investigation into this complex case. The freezing of additional funds demonstrates their commitment to recovering the stolen money. Authorities are examining all possible avenues, including international cryptocurrency transfers.
This case highlights the growing threat of digital crimes targeting vulnerable individuals. It serves as a warning for citizens to remain vigilant against sophisticated online scams. The police action provides some hope for victims seeking justice and recovery of their assets.
