Digital Arrest Fraud: South Delhi Couple Duped of Rs 14.85 Crore

An elderly couple in south Delhi fell victim to a 'digital arrest' fraud, losing Rs 14.85 crore. Special police teams are tracing the complex money trail involving many 'mule' bank accounts. The couple was kept under psychological pressure by fraudsters impersonating officials, leading to multiple hefty transactions.

An elderly couple from south Delhi has fallen victim to a sophisticated 'digital arrest' fraud, resulting in a loss of Rs 14.85 crore. Police have formed special teams to meticulously trace the complex money trail.

For two weeks, the fraudsters impersonated telecom and law enforcement officials, coercing the couple into transferring large sums by threatening arrest. Multiple transactions were made using 'mule' bank accounts to conceal the trail.

The police, aided by the Intelligence Fusion & Strategic Operations unit, face significant challenges due to the digital methods employed by the criminals, highlighting a growing threat in cybercrime.

(With inputs from agencies.)