A woman was extorted by a fake police officer claiming possession of an e-cigarette in Mumbai, which she suspected and recorded.

In a Mumbai suburb, a woman was allegedly extorted by a man impersonating a police officer, who demanded Rs 50,000 for possessing an e-cigarette in an auto rickshaw. The man threatened her with arrest if she refused to pay. The woman, suspecting a scam, recorded the encounter, prompting the impersonator to leave. While some criticized the auto driver for inaction, others urged the police to investigate. Authorities have yet to respond.

October 16, 2024
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