Digital Deception: Cybercriminals Con Bankers Out of Rs 50.5 Lakh

Cybercriminals allegedly swindled a retired banker and his wife out of Rs 50.5 lakh under the guise of police officers, police revealed on Wednesday. The scammers maintained a three-day video call with the couple, portraying a fictitious investigation.

Two individuals, Ravi Ananda Ambore and Vishwapal Chandrakant Jadhav, linked to the crime, were apprehended and found to have facilitated these fraudulent transactions through their bank accounts. The alarming incident was reported on October 10, when the victim realized the deception and sought police assistance.

Highlighting the intricate deception, the conmen impersonated an IPS officer, convincing the couple they were under surveillance. The fraudulent ruse resulted in the banker transferring large sums after being shown a fake FIR. Investigation led to the 'digital arrest' of those involved in the money laundering scheme.