In a major breakthrough against cybercrime, Delhi Police has dismantled a notorious gang behind the ‘Digital Arrest’ scam that duped hundreds of innocent citizens. Five key accused have been apprehended following a meticulously planned operation in the national capital.
The scam, which has become increasingly prevalent across India, involves fraudsters posing as law enforcement officials. Victims receive frantic calls claiming they are under investigation for serious offenses like money laundering or drug trafficking. Terrified, they are then ‘digitally detained’ via video calls, coerced into staying confined at home while the conmen extract huge sums under false pretenses of bail or verification.
Acting on credible intelligence, cyber cell teams raided multiple locations in outer Delhi, leading to the arrests. The gang operated from rented accommodations equipped with high-end laptops, fake police IDs, and SIM cards procured on forged documents. Seized items include incriminating digital evidence linking them to over 50 cases nationwide.
Preliminary investigations reveal the syndicate targeted middle-aged professionals and senior citizens, siphoning off crores through UPI transfers and cryptocurrency wallets. ‘These criminals exploited fear of legal action, holding victims virtually captive for hours,’ said a senior police officer.
Authorities have urged the public to verify any such calls through official channels and report suspicious activity immediately. This bust underscores Delhi Police’s commitment to curbing the rising tide of digital frauds, with further arrests anticipated as the probe deepens.