Digital Arrest Scam: Elderly Delhi Couple Loses Rs 14 Crore In Shocking Cyber Fraud Case
Digital Arrest Scam: Elderly Delhi Couple Loses Rs 14 Crore In Shocking Cyber Fraud Case
Business Today
- Updated Jan 13, 2026 4:46 PM IST
In a shocking cyber fraud case, an elderly couple in South Delhi’s Greater Kailash lost nearly 14 crore rupees after falling victim to a so-called “digital arrest” scam. Fraudsters posing as government officials kept the couple under constant fear through phone and video calls, threatening arrest and legal action. Exploiting their isolation, the scammers coerced them into transferring money across multiple accounts. The fraud came to light only after the calls abruptly stopped. The case highlights the rising threat of digital frauds targeting elderly individuals and underscores the urgent need for awareness and vigilance.
