The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) has successfully apprehended two individuals, Vinay Kumar S. Khadke (23) and Maruthi G.H. (28), for their involvement in a massive impersonation fraud that defrauded a Hyderabad-based citizen of Rs10.61 crore. The duo, arrested in Bengaluru, were transferred to Hyderabad for further investigation following their role in a sophisticated digital arrest scam.
The victim, who lodged the complaint on September 10, fell prey to an elaborate impersonation scheme. The fraudsters posed as officials from a law enforcement agency, tricking the victim into transferring large sums of money over an extended period.
TGCSB officials uncovered the complex nature of the fraud after a thorough investigation. This scam was reportedly executed using fake identities and digital tactics, which led the victim to believe they were under investigation for serious crimes. The perpetrators convinced the victim to make various payments to avoid arrest, ultimately siphoning off a total of Rs10.61 crore.
Following the victim’s complaint, the TGCSB launched a detailed cyber investigation. The arrested individuals, Vinay Kumar and Maruthi G.H., were found to have been operating from Bengaluru and were quickly tracked down. The fraudsters have been brought to Hyderabad to face further interrogation.
This case highlights the growing threat of digital impersonation and the need for vigilance in financial transactions.