Cyber Criminals Impersonate Law Enforcement to Scam Bengaluru Woman of Over ₹2 Crore

Bengaluru Woman Falls Victim to Cyber Fraud

In Bengaluru, a 57-year-old woman was reportedly scammed out of more than ₹2.05 crore by cybercriminals posing as law enforcement officials. The police disclosed this information on Tuesday.

This type of fraud, known as 'digital arrest,' involves scammers impersonating law enforcement agents who threaten individuals via audio or video calls, coercing them into transferring money online.

Authorities revealed that the fraudsters pressured the victim to sell several properties and take out loans from banks to meet their demands. According to police, the crime occurred between June 19 and November 27.

As per the complaint, the woman received a call from an unknown number on June 19, 2025. The caller claimed to be from the 'Blue Dart' courier service and informed her that a package linked to her Aadhaar card contained illegal substances, warning that the Mumbai police would arrest her.

Following this, the caller instructed her to install an app and began regular video calls.

The First Information Report (FIR) states that during the first week, the scammers continuously monitored her through video and WhatsApp calls. The impersonator appeared in police uniform, claiming to be an inspector and a deputy commissioner.

Police reported that the fraudster contacted the victim from multiple unknown mobile numbers, threatening her that her son's life would be in danger if she failed to comply with their demands.

Fearing arrest and harm to her family, the victim sold two plots of land in Malur at a lower price, sold an apartment in Vignan Nagar, and also took a loan from a private bank. She transferred all the money to the scammers.

According to the FIR, from June 20 onwards, the woman sent a total of ₹2,05,16,652 to the fraudster. The police have registered a case based on her complaint and are currently investigating the matter.