The victim was initially contacted by a caller claiming to be a TRAI official, who alleged irregular financial activity linked to her bank account. The call was followed by another impersonator posing as a policeman, who warned that her name was connected to a businessman under investigation for fraud. The attackers used fear tactics, stating that she would be placed under “digital arrest” unless she complied.
In a final manipulation, the woman received a video call from someone pretending to be a judge, offering help to avoid arrest. Fearing legal trouble, the woman transferred ₹2.89 crore across several accounts. Upon realizing she had been conned, she acted swiftly and contacted the 1930 Cyber Helpline — a crucial move that led to the retrieval of ₹1.29 crore by the cybercrime cell.
This case highlights the growing sophistication of cyber fraud techniques and the urgent need for widespread digital literacy and awareness. Timely reporting via national cyber helplines and portals like NCPR can make a real difference in damage control. Read more: link
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