Facts About Digital Arrest Scams in India
- Over ₹500 Crore Lost – Digital arrest scams have cost Indians over ₹500 crore in the last five years.
- Rise of Deepfake Scams – Cases involving deepfake video calls have increased by 300% since 2022.
- Tech Professionals Targeted – Engineers, doctors, and businessmen are primary targets.
- International Cyber Gangs Involved – Many scams are run from call centers in Southeast Asia.
- Mumbai & Bengaluru Worst Affected – These cities report the highest number of digital arrest frauds.