ED Charges 5 in Gujarat Digital Arrest Case, Rs 104 Cr Fraud

• ED files chargesheet against 5 in Gujarat "digital arrest" case.
• Accused allegedly cheated people of over Rs 100 crore through cyber frauds.
• Modus operandi included impersonating law enforcement, sending fake notices, and setting up a fake police station for online extortion.
• Funds were laundered by converting cash from victims into cryptocurrency via hawala operators.
• A sixth accused, Bassam Doctor, is absconding in an Arab country and suspected of receiving crime proceeds via crypto.

Why It Matters: It warns readers about the growing threat of "digital arrest" cyber scams and financial fraud.