A 73-year-old retired Finance Department officer from Lucknow, Amarjeet Singh, fell victim to a sophisticated 'digital arrest' scam, losing nearly ₹90 lakh of his life savings. The elaborate fraud involved perpetrators impersonating officials from the Mumbai Cyber Crime Cell, who falsely accused Singh of involvement in a money laundering case. The scammers maintained a continuous 'digital arrest' for approximately 25 days, using video calls and forged documents, including a fake arrest warrant, to threaten and coerce him. Under immense psychological pressure and fear of legal repercussions for himself and his family, Singh transferred the substantial amount through various digital channels like RTGS, UPI, and by prematurely breaking fixed deposits. This incident is not isolated; 'digital arrest' scams are a growing menace across India, with numerous reports of similar frauds where individuals, particularly senior citizens, have lost significant sums. Cases range from an NRI couple losing ₹14 crore in Delhi to a retired banker losing ₹23 crore. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and various police departments have issued advisories, emphasizing that Indian law does not recognize 'digital arrest,' and legitimate law enforcement agencies never demand money or personal details over video calls or messaging apps. These scams exploit fear and urgency, often employing tactics like threatening immediate arrest or involving national security concerns to prevent victims from thinking rationally. The article's emphasis on online safety is crucial, advising citizens to never act under pressure, independently verify official claims, avoid sharing sensitive information, and report suspicious activities to the national cybercrime helpline (1930) or cybercrime.gov.in.