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Victim of Digital Arrest Scam Recovers ₹60 Lakh After Loss of ₹6 Crore

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Victim of Digital Arrest Scam Recovers ₹60 Lakh After Loss of ₹6 Crore

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  • Vidya, a marketing consultant, was swindled out of ₹6 crore through a non-existent method known as 'digital arrest'.
  • Initially deceived by fraudulent law enforcement claims, she was coerced into transferring her savings under the pretense of an investigation.
  • After realizing the scam, Vidya took action, reporting it to the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) and local authorities.
  • Through extensive follow-up, investigations led to the recovery of ₹60.4 lakh, although challenges remain in reclaiming the full amount.
  • The case highlights systemic deficiencies in cybercrime prevention and the need for improved training of banking personnel on red flags.

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