India, Dec. 31 -- The Cyber Police Station of the Crime Investigation Department (CID), Assam, has initiated action following an FIR filed by Dr Sadagar Deuri, a distinguished surgeon and Professor of Surgery at Jorhat Medical College and Hospital (JMCH).

Dr Deuri, widely respected for his service to underprivileged patients, fell victim to a sophisticated "digital arrest" scam allegedly orchestrated by cybercriminals impersonating law enforcement officials.

The fraudsters duped the victim of approximately Rs 49 lakh through a series of deceptive transfers. In a significant breakthrough, the investigating team has successfully placed a hold on more than Rs 8 lakh of the defrauded amount in the initial phase.

Coordinated efforts with ba...