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Actor's Family Faces "Digital Arrest" by Scammers
18 Nov
Summary
- Fraudsters digitally arrested an actor's family member for two days.
- Scammers impersonated CBI officials, demanding financial details.
- Victim transferred ₹2 crore as a fake surety and faced constant surveillance.
A close family member of actor Nagarjuna Akkineni was recently subjected to a "digital arrest" by fraudsters, lasting for two days. These criminals meticulously tracked the family, exploiting perceived weaknesses to orchestrate a sophisticated scam. They impersonated CBI officials, using threats of legal action to gain control.
The victim was placed under constant Skype surveillance, compelled to share extensive financial information and make numerous bank transfers. The fraudsters demanded a substantial sum, including a fake surety payment of ₹2 crore, and promised a fabricated clearance letter. This intense psychological pressure left the victim severely unwell.
The scam began with a fabricated DHL parcel notification, escalating to impersonations of law enforcement. The fraudsters' awareness of the victim's location and phone activity intensified the fear, preventing her from seeking immediate help. The incident underscores the alarming reach and methods of modern cybercrime syndicates.
