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Maharashtra warns of surge in digital arrest scams, urging quick reporting to recover lost funds.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis warned residents on February 24, 2026, about a surge in "digital arrest" scams, where fraudsters impersonate police or agencies like the CBI via video calls to extort money.
He stressed no such arrests exist under Indian law and urged immediate reporting to the 1930 helpline or National Cybercrime Portal within the critical "golden hour" to enable fund recovery.
Between late 2025 and early 2026, Maharashtra saw 145 major cyber fraud cases with losses exceeding Rs 129 crore, including high-profile victims.
The state’s cybersecurity center has helped freeze funds, such as Rs 78 lakh in Ahilyanagar, with authorities promising returns after investigations.
Maharashtra advierte sobre el aumento de las estafas de arrestos digitales, instando a informar rápidamente para recuperar los fondos perdidos.