Hyderabad, Jan. 16 -- The Cybercrime Unit of Hyderabad City Police has issued an alert over a rise in "Digital Arrest" frauds, in which scammers impersonate law enforcement officials, courier staff or government authorities to intimidate victims into transferring money.
In a statement on Friday, Police said the fraudsters threaten people with arrest, freezing of bank accounts or legal action, falsely linking them to serious offences such as money laundering, trafficking, narcotics or terrorism.
Citizens have been advised not to panic, avoid sharing personal or banking details, and report suspicious calls or messages immediately.
The scam involves multiple layers of deception. Fraudsters pose as police personnel or officials from agencies...