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A 79-year-old senior lawyer from Mumbai and his wife lost ₹64.6 lakh after falling victim to a “digital arrest” scam, police confirmed. The Thane police have registered an FIR against three suspects, recovering only ₹5 lakh so far.

How the Scam Unfolded

- On September 3, the lawyer received a WhatsApp call at his Mumbra residence.

The caller, posing as a law enforcement official, alleged that multiple bank accounts and SIM cards were issued in the names of the lawyer and his wife, being misused for money laundering and anti-national activities.

- To appear credible, the fraudsters shared forged documents — including FIRs, arrest warrants, and investigation reports.

- The couple was told they were under a “digital arrest,” meaning they were confined online and constantly monitored.

Out of fear of legal repercussions, the victims transferred ₹64.6 lakh across multiple transactions to bank accounts given by the scammers.

Communication was later cut off, leading them to realise the fraud and file a police complaint.

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Police Action

An FIR has been filed under pertinent sections of both the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Information Technology Act (IT Act), with investigators working hard to locate those accused and recover funds remaining unaccounted for. Investigators are working to trace the accused and recover the remaining funds.

Rising Trend of “Digital Arrest” Scams

Cybercrime experts note that such frauds have been on the rise across India. Victims, often senior citizens, are coerced into believing they are under surveillance by law enforcement. Experts advise:

  • Never trust unsolicited WhatsApp calls claiming to be from police or government agencies.
  • Verify documents through official channels
  • Contact the local cybercrime helpline (1930) before transferring money under pressure.

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Vivo V60e 5G Design (Expected)

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Vivo V60e 5G Specifications (Expected)

Processor: Still the same as what's on the previous model: MediaTek Dimensity 7300.

Display: For improved protection for the screen, we use Diamond Shield Glass.

Built: For protection against water and dust, it has IP68 as well as simultaneous IP69 ratings.

Power: As on the Vivo V50e, the battery has been massively improved. Now it is a 6500mAh unit. It also supports 90W fast charging.

Others: Likely to have an NFC and an IR blaster.

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