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81-year-old man losses Rs 7 crore in digital arrest scam after fraudsters pose as Mumbai Police

An 81-year-old businessman was duped of Rs 7.12 crore by cyber fraudsters posing as Mumbai Police. They fabricated drug-trafficking and fake passport charges, demanding money for 'digital arrest' closure. The victim, intimidated, transferred funds over several weeks. He filed a complaint after suspecting foul play, leading to a case registration.