Delhi Police trace Rs 67 lakh digital arrest fraud

In Brief

1. Delhi Police traced Rs 67.3 lakh digital arrest fraud.
2. The case was reported via the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal.
3. The money was fraudulently obtained on 20 September.
4. Investigation is led by the IFSO unit of Delhi Police.

The Intelligence Fusion and Strategic Operations Unit (IFSO) of Delhi Police is investigating a digital arrest fraud involving Rs 67,30,300. The case was reported on the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal. According to the report, the victim was defrauded on 20 September through a digital arrest scam, where fraudsters misled the victim into transferring a large sum of money. The police have been tracing the money trail to identify those responsible.

Authorities said efforts are ongoing to arrest the perpetrators and recover the defrauded amount. This case highlights the growing threat of digital scams and the importance of vigilance when dealing with unsolicited communications claiming legal implications. The police urged citizens to verify calls and messages related to arrests or legal notices before responding or transferring money.