Bareilly Cyber Fraud: Seniors Lose Crores to Digital Arrest, Trading Scams

• Bareilly is experiencing a surge in cyber fraud, with millions stolen via digital arrest, fake online trading, and crypto investments.
• Senior citizens are primary targets; a recent digital arrest scam defrauded one individual of 25 lakh rupees.
• Fraudsters use social media, fake customer care, and employment scams, often installing apps to steal bank details and OTPs.
• Experts recommend caution against greed, immediate reporting to helpline 1930 or police, and never sharing OTPs or bank details.
• Prompt reporting with bank statements and transaction IDs improves the likelihood of recovering stolen funds.

Why It Matters: Understand prevalent cyber scams, especially targeting seniors, to protect your finances.