Tuesday, 22 September 2026 ⚠️ Real Incident

Senior Saved from Fake 'Digital Arrest' Cyber Scam

Police intervened after tracing a money trail from a fake 'digital arrest' scam that targeted a senior citizen living alone. Officers reached the distressed resident, prevented further financial loss, and helped file an official complaint to hold the funds.

What happened

A senior citizen living alone was targeted by cyber fraudsters in a 'digital arrest' scam involving 67.30 lakh rupees. Police investigated the money trail and traced funds to a mule account registered to a private company. Officers quickly contacted the distressed senior, visited her residence with family support, and helped her file an e-FIR to freeze the cheated money.

How it worked

Fraudsters call victims and falsely pretend that they are under 'digital arrest' by police or legal authorities. They scare victims into transferring large sums of money into company accounts to avoid legal trouble. However, 'digital arrest' has no legal basis and real authorities never demand money transfers over a call.

How to protect yourself

• Remember that 'digital arrest' has no legal basis and official authorities will never demand money transfers over the phone.
• Do not transfer money or follow payment instructions given during suspicious calls.
• Report any scam calls or fraudulent transactions immediately to official cybercrime helplines or police.

Source: The Times of India