Dhanbad Police Nab Digital Arrest Fraudster from Bhopal, Recovers Rs 10.5 Lakh

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News18•21-01-2026, 10:08
Dhanbad Police Nab Digital Arrest Fraudster from Bhopal, Recovers Rs 10.5 Lakh
- •Dhanbad police arrested Arun Ahirwar from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, for a Rs 10.5 lakh 'digital arrest' fraud.
- •The cybercriminal targeted 73-year-old Sebastian Horo, threatening him with ED-CBI cases via WhatsApp video call.
- •Horo, a retired teacher, lost his daughter's wedding savings due to the intimidation.
- •Police tracked the interstate network for a week, seizing a mobile phone and two SIM cards from the accused.
- •Authorities warn the public that 'digital arrest' by police or central agencies is a scam and urge vigilance against such fraudsters.
Why It Matters: Dhanbad police successfully apprehended a cybercriminal involved in a Rs 10.5 lakh 'digital arrest' scam.
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