Delhi Digital Arrest Scam: Retired Banker Loses Rs 23 Crore

Delhi Digital Arrest Scam: Retired Banker Loses Rs 23 Crore

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Business Today
  • Updated Sep 23, 2025 5:58 PM IST

Welcome to the chilling world of Digital Arrests, a rapidly growing cybercrime menace in India. In this video, we uncover the shocking case of Naresh Malhotra, a 78-year-old retired banker from South Delhi, who became the latest and perhaps the biggest victim of this elaborate scam. For an entire month, between August 4 and September 4, fraudsters posing as high-ranking officials from central agencies manipulated him with fear and fake legal threats. They claimed he was involved in a criminal investigation under the NIA Act, fabricated arrest warrants, and warned him of property seizure. He was instructed to remain silent — not to speak to anyone, not even family. By the time the ordeal ended, ₹23 crore had vanished from his bank accounts across 20 transactions. This isn't just a story about one man — it’s a wake-up call for everyone. Digital arrest scams are evolving, preying on trust, fear, and isolation. Scammers are using official-sounding voices, false identities, and psychological tactics to defraud victims across the country. Watch the full video to understand how the scam works, how it’s growing, and most importantly how you can protect yourself and your loved ones.

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