Digital Arrest Scam: What It Is And How To Stay Safe
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By: Nikhil Pandey
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12 Dec 2025
According to Forbes, Digital arrest scams in India use fake authority to trick victims into financial losses
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Scammers impersonate police or officials, claiming involvement in crimes like money laundering to instill fear and urgency
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They employ spoofed calls, fake IDs, and documents to demand money via UPI or crypto for supposed fines
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Rise driven by emotional manipulation, weak cybersecurity, easy digital payments, and organized cybercrime across borders
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Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) coordinates efforts to combat these evolving fraud tactics nationwide
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National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal (NCRP) and helpline 1930 enable quick reporting and fraud prevention assistance
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Government blocked over 83,000 WhatsApp accounts and 7.8 lakh SIMs used in digital arrest scams by February 2025
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Awareness campaigns like Cyber Dost educate citizens on spotting and avoiding manipulative scam tactics effectively
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To stay safe, never share OTPs or personal details; verify claims independently and report suspicions immediately
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Pause during threats, consult trusted sources, and use official channels to thwart scammers relying on panic
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