Fake 'Justice Chandrachud' Court Scams Mumbai Woman of 4 Crore in Digital Arrest Fraud

• An elderly Mumbai woman lost nearly ₹4 crore in a sophisticated 'digital arrest' scam.
• Fraudsters impersonated police, CBI, and even set up a fake virtual court with someone posing as 'Justice Chandrachud'.
• The victim was threatened with arrest and bank account freezing, and kept under constant mental pressure.
• Digital arrest is a cyber fraud where criminals impersonate officials to extort money, often targeting vulnerable individuals.
• Police arrested one person, but the main perpetrators are believed to be operating from abroad; public warned to be vigilant.

Why It Matters: Digital arrest scams are evolving, using fake courts and impersonations to defraud even the vigilant.