In a recent operation by the Tamil Nadu Cyber Crime Wing, an assistant professor from a prominent engineering college in Chennai, Parasuraman, was arrested for his involvement in a “digital arrest” scam.
According to Additional Director General of Police, Sandeep Mittal, investigations revealed that Parasuraman had been engaged in suspicious financial activities and illicit transactions over the past two years. The professor allegedly received Rs1.20 lakh for each transaction linked to the scam. These funds were reportedly used by Parasuraman to settle his personal debts.
This arrest highlights the increasing vigilance of the Cyber Crime Wing in cracking down on digital frauds and other illicit activities in the region. The authorities are continuing their investigation into the matter to uncover more details about the professor’s involvement in this fraud.
