Digital arrest scams show how cybercriminals use fear, authority and urgency to make even educated and financially aware ...

They pose as the police, put you under ‘digital arrest’, and tether you to a video call till your savings are gone. How India’s fastest growing fear scam, and other cyber frauds, work.

A police officer appears on your screen. He claims your Aadhaar has been linked to money laundering. An arrest warrant flashes on the video call. You are told to stay online, not tell anyone, and ...