The Madhya Pradesh Police’s Cyber Cell recently foiled a major online “digital arrest” scam, preventing a significant financial loss for a local resident. Fraudsters, impersonating law enforcement and telecom officials, employed fear tactics to coerce the victim into transferring lakhs of rupees. The timely intervention of the cyber police exposed the scam, highlighting the growing threat of online fraud.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of cyber security awareness. Citizens are advised to be vigilant about unsolicited calls or messages claiming to be from legal or telecom authorities. Sharing personal information or transferring funds based on such calls should be avoided. The Madhya Pradesh Police continues to actively combat cybercrime and educate the public on online safety measures.
