Delhi Police Empowers Seniors Against 'Digital Arrest' Scam
The Delhi Police organized a citywide initiative to alert senior citizens about the 'digital arrest' scam. Through simultaneous sessions, officers educated participants on scam tactics and advised them to preserve evidence and report crimes. This initiative, involving multiple police units, highlighted the digital threat to vulnerable groups.
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In a significant step towards safeguarding vulnerable populations, Delhi Police orchestrated a comprehensive cybercrime awareness programme targeting senior citizens susceptible to the 'digital arrest' fraud.
The initiative featured interactive sessions, edifying participants on the manipulative strategies employed by fraudsters through intimidating calls, messages, and counterfeit notices masquerading as official enforcement communications.
Conducted by various police units, the programme urged attendees to preserve evidence, consult family, and swiftly report any such crimes via appropriate channels, with live streaming available on the police's YouTube channel for maximum outreach.
(With inputs from agencies.)

