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Mumbai Woman Duped of ₹20.25 Crore in Digital Arrest Scam

An 86-year-old was tricked into transferring money after fraudsters posing as police claimed her Aadhaar was linked to illegal activities.

A lot of scamsters involved in perpetrating digital arrest frauds are based in Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia.
Throughout the whole period that the scam went on, the scammers instructed the victim to remain under digital arrest.

Overview

  • The scam occurred between December 26, 2024, and March 3, 2025, involving multiple bank transfers totaling ₹20.25 crore.
  • Fraudsters impersonated police officials and falsely accused the victim of money laundering using her Aadhaar details.
  • The scammers threatened legal action against her and her family, coercing her into compliance under a fabricated 'digital arrest.'
  • Mumbai Police have arrested two suspects linked to the scam, with investigations revealing possible ties to international fraud networks.
  • Authorities urge the public to remain vigilant, report cybercrimes promptly, and adopt cybersecurity measures to avoid similar scams.