India, Feb. 25 -- Berhampur University Vice Chancellor Gitanjali Das has allegedly fallen victim to a 'digital arrest' fraud and reportedly lost Rs 14 lakh.

With Berhampur Superintendent of Police reportedly confirming the incident on Tuesday, a case has now been taken up by the cyber police department for investigation.

This occurrence highlights the ongoing risks posed by cybercriminals, especially towards academic institutions and their leadership.

As per reports, the cyber fraudsters told Das over the phone that they were the employees of ED and a case is running against Das in the Supreme Court. They threatened Das and she was under digital arrest for four days. The fraudsters demanded Rs 14 lakh from her and Das gave them the amo...