A Russian national acting as the gatekeeper for a fraudulent ‘digital arrest’ scam has been arrested by Gujarat police. The scam, which originated from offshore operators, promised victims they would be arrested unless they paid hefty fines. The accused operated by sending fake legal notices and creating fraudulent call centers.
Authorities uncovered the international network, targeting unsuspecting citizens. The arrest is a significant breakthrough, with police warning people to remain vigilant against such scams. Further investigations are ongoing, with the focus on identifying more members of the scam syndicate.