digital arrest scammers

The official trailer for 'Dharpakad', India's first Gujarati film on the 'Digital Arrest' scam, has been released. Starring Malhar Thakar and Shruhad Goswami, the film depicts the terror of cybercrime. It highlights how scammers exploit personal data for fraudulent activities. The movie promises a thrilling chase against invisible criminals.

Cyber police busted a sophisticated scam ring cloning dozens of WhatsApp accounts on single devices, shipping them to Cambodia for global fraud. Four arrested in Tripura provided SIM cards and technical support for the operation, which defrauded a Mumbai designer of Rs 33.5 lakh. Investigators are pursuing more suspects.

Accused told him he was linked to a fake money laundering and child trafficking case

A 28-year-old woman in Bijnor allegedly died by suicide after cyber fraudsters, posing as law enforcement, harassed and blackmailed her with threats of "digital arrest." The scam was revealed when her phone rang with repeated calls during funeral preparations. Police are now investigating the cybercrime network after recovering a diary note detailing the victim's fear and distress.

Cyber police in Bhubaneswar arrested four men from Hyderabad and Jharkhand for duping a businessman of Rs 7 lakh using a fake RTO traffic challan APK file. The gang, linked to a Jamtara cyber fraud network, specializes in creating malicious files to steal banking credentials and personal data. Authorities warn citizens against downloading files from unknown sources.

A Class 8 student in Bareilly, Tanmay Saxena, prevented his parents from a "digital arrest" cyber fraud by recognizing the scam. His quick thinking and advice to activate flight mode disconnected the fraudsters, saving his family from financial loss. Police have now made him the face of their awareness campaign.

In a chilling case of cyber deception, a retired bank official and his spouse endured a harrowing 13-day ordeal at the hands of scammers in Muzaffarpur, suffering a staggering loss of Rs67 lakh. Impersonating law enforcement, the fraudsters maliciously accused the couple of engaging in illicit activities, coercing them into draining their life savings.

In a shocking twist, the Delhi Police have detained a 49-year-old restaurant owner, the heir to the Khan Chacha legacy, on allegations of aiding scammers by providing mule accounts. Investigators traced around Rs 3.3 crore in fraudulent transactions, with a significant part funneled through the suspect's bank account. His brother is also entangled in this unfolding cyber-fraud saga.

Odisha police have successfully disrupted cyber fraud networks. A month-long operation, Cyber Kavach, blocked almost 40,000 mule accounts. These accounts were used to funnel over Rs 500 crore in illicit funds. The crackdown also led to arrests and the identification of fake SIM operating points. Police warn that actions will continue against those involved in facilitating cybercrime.

A retired district judge in Hyderabad was swindled out of over ₹1 crore by cybercriminals perpetrating a 'digital arrest' scam. The fraudsters, posing as law enforcement, falsely accused the 69-year-old of serious crimes, instilling fear that led him to transfer the substantial sum. Police are investigating the incident, highlighting how fear can make victims vulnerable.