Elderly Woman Falls Victim to Digital Arrest Scam in Mumbai

A 67-year-old woman from Mumbai became the victim of an online fraud, losing Rs 14 lakh. Scammers posed as telecom and cyber crime officials, convincing her she was involved in a money laundering case. Under pressure, she deposited money into their account, realizing the fraud after consulting her son.

A 67-year-old Mumbai woman was duped of Rs 14 lakh by online fraudsters who placed her under a fictitious 'digital arrest', officials reported. Claiming her involvement in a money laundering case, the scammers created panic to extract the money.

The criminals posed as officials from the Delhi Telecom Department and Cyber Crime Branch. They convinced her that her Aadhaar card was used in criminal activity. Between September 1 and 5, they exerted pressure on her to transfer the money for her 'release'.

Police at the North Region Cyber station registered a case following the victim's complaint. The scam was revealed after she confided in her son, realizing the deceit. Authorities continue to investigate the incident.

(With inputs from agencies.)