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In a disturbing incident of cybercrime, a woman professor from a reputed educational institute in Navi Mumbai lost Rs 1.81 crore after falling prey to a well-orchestrated scam by con artists posing as Income Tax officials. The fraudsters used fake government documents, psychological pressure tactics and the threat of a so-called "digital arrest" to swindle her life savings. The Fraud Unfolds: Threats of Tax Evasion and Digital Detention According to the Navi Mumbai Crime Branch, the professo
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FAQ :
The professor lost ₹1.81 crore.
The scammers pretended to be officials from the Income Tax Department, CBI, ED, and even claimed to represent the Supreme Court of India.
A 'digital arrest' is a fabricated threat used by scammers to pressure victims. Government authorities do not conduct arrests or financial investigations over phone calls or WhatsApp messages.
They falsely alleged that the professor was involved in a tax evasion case with unpaid dues of ₹8.62 lakh and that a legal complaint had been filed against her.
The Navi Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested three suspects believed to be part of a larger cyber fraud syndicate and has issued an advisory to the public.
The police are urging citizens to remain vigilant, verify identities of callers, and report any suspicious calls or messages immediately to the cybercrime helpline or local police. They stress that 'digital arrests' are not real.
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