Digital Arrest scam:Cyberabad Cybercrime police arrest fraudster
Madhapur: The Cyberabad Cyber Crime Police arrested a fraudster in connection with the ‘digital arrest’ fraud case. The fraudster was involved in a ‘digital arrest’ fraud targeting a 40-year-old woman and coerced to transfer Rs 1.22 crores into various accounts.
The accused is 42-year-old Kapil Koomar hailing from Pune, Maharashtra. The police are yet to arrest another key accused, King Shuk Shukla who operated bank accounts and supplied accounts on a commission basis.
According to the police, on September 2, 2024, the victim received an automated call claiming to be from the Delhi High Court regarding an issue with her name. She was connected to an individual identifying himself as Gaurav Shukla, Head Constable, RC Puram Police Station, Delhi.
Fraudster targets woman, siphons off Rs 1.22 crore
“The suspect instilled fear, claiming fraudulent activities in her name and money laundering transactions amounting to Rs 25 lakhs were done through her bank account. She was transferred to DCP Rajesh Deo, who falsely placed her under 24×7 surveillance in a ‘digital arrest,’” said Cyberabad police.
During the ordeal, the victim was under house arrest for five days with constant Skype and WhatsApp surveillance. She was isolated and coerced with fear and urgency, leading her to share her identification documents and transfer Rs 1.22 crores to various accounts, added police.
The Cyberabad Cyber Crime Police team led by Inspector K. Rami Reddy, arrested Kapil Koomar at Pune and brought him on transit warrant. Further investigation is underway.
Cyberabad police urged citizens not to share personal details or transfer money based on unsolicited calls, especially if threatened with arrest. Law enforcement will never call to demand money, threaten, or place anyone under a ‘digital arrest.’ If you receive a suspicious call, inform your loved ones immediately to prevent scammers from isolating you.
