Doctor Defrauded of ₹2.90 Crore in Cyber Scam

Fast Summary:

• Tamil nadu State Police rescued a doctor who was deceived into believing he was under “digital arrest.”
• Cyber criminals posing as Mumbai Cyber Crime police officers convinced the victim to transfer ₹2.90 crore.
• The State Cyber Command Center identified the situation as part of its preemptive approach to cyber frauds.
• A special team intervened, convincing the victim over two hours that he had been defrauded.
• Further funds were prevented from being sent,and an official complaint was registered with the Cyber Crime Police.
• An investigation is currently ongoing into the incident.

Indian Opinion Analysis:
This case highlights the growing sophistication of cyber crimes in India, where criminals exploit fear and misinformation to target vulnerable individuals such as professionals unaware of digital fraud tactics. The proactive efforts by Tamil nadu’s State Cyber Command Centre demonstrate a critical need for specialized infrastructure to combat cyber threats effectively and safeguard citizens’ financial security. This incident underscores the importance of public awareness campaigns focused on identifying such scams and a more robust legal framework against cybercriminal activities. Investments in digital literacy at all societal levels are vital as technology adoption deepens nationwide.

Read More: Published – July 12, 2025 12:36 am IST