₹1.85 Crore Digital Arrest Cyber Fraud: 4 Arrested Including Contract Bank Employee

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Rajasthan Cybercrime Operation Leads to Arrest of Four in ₹1.85 Crore Scam

A recent cybercrime operation in Rajasthan, India, has led to the arrest of four individuals, including a contract bank employee, in connection with a ₹1.85 crore scam targeting a senior citizen.

The Scam

The scammers employed a “digital arrest” tactic, posing as law enforcement officials and coercing the victim into transferring funds under the guise of an ongoing investigation.

According to investigators, the scam began when the elderly woman received a call from individuals claiming to be officials from investigative agencies. The scammers informed her that her Aadhaar number and bank account were linked to illicit financial activities, creating a sense of panic and urgency. The victim was convinced that she would face arrest if she did not cooperate, and subsequently transferred ₹1.85 crore to bank accounts provided by the scammers.

The “Digital Arrest” Scam

The “digital arrest” scam is a type of cybercrime where individuals pose as police or government officials and coerce victims into transferring money while falsely claiming they are under investigation or “virtual custody.” In this case, the contract bank employee is suspected of helping the scammers manage bank accounts used to route the stolen funds.

Investigation and Arrests

Through technical surveillance and financial analysis, investigators were able to track the movement of funds and identify the suspects. The arrests were made after authorities linked the accused to the accounts used in the fraud. The investigation is ongoing, and officials are working to identify additional members of the cybercrime network and determine whether the accounts were used in other cyber fraud cases.

Warning and Prevention

The incident highlights the growing threat of digital arrest scams in India, particularly targeting senior citizens. Scammers often impersonate officials from agencies such as the police, CBI, or telecom authorities, using intimidation tactics to force victims into transferring money.

Authorities have warned citizens to remain cautious about unsolicited calls claiming to be from law-enforcement agencies and to report suspected cyber fraud through the National Cybercrime Helpline (1930) or the official cybercrime reporting portal.

The Rajasthan Police have urged citizens to be vigilant and to verify the authenticity of calls claiming to be from law enforcement agencies. By raising awareness about these types of scams, authorities aim to prevent further incidents and protect vulnerable individuals from falling prey to cybercrime.