Digital Arrest Scam

3 articles on digital arrest scam — scam alerts, fraud patterns, and protection guides.

May 6, 2026

Two Indian Journalists Win the Pulitzer Prize for Exposing the Digital Arrest Scam — And Why It Matters for the Rest of the World

Digital arrest scam exposé 'trAPPed' won Indian journalists the 2026 Pulitzer Prize. One victim was held on video 47 days. Learn how the scam works.

Apr 16, 2026

India's Biggest Cyber Fraud Crackdown Ever: Operation CyHawk 4.0 Sweeps 20 States, 1,400 Arrested, $62 Million Traced

Operation CyHawk 4.0, India's biggest cyber fraud crackdown, arrested 1,429 suspects across 20 states and traced $62M. See how the networks worked.

Apr 15, 2026

The Scam Where Fake Cops Put You Under 'Digital Arrest' Via Video Call — And AI Makes It Terrifyingly Real

Digital arrest scams use AI deepfake police video calls to 'detain' victims and extort money — over $56 million lost in India alone. Know the red flag

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