In a significant cyber fraud case in Mumbai, a 77-year-old man has fallen victim to scammers who impersonated police officials, threatening him with a fabricated link to terrorism to extort a substantial amount of money. The incident reportedly involves a scam of approximately 2.25 crores, and the individual behind it was identified as Kishan Bhaveshbhai Makwana, who was arrested by the Mumbai police. He is accused of facilitating these cyber criminals by opening bank accounts to deposit the fraudulently obtained funds.

The incident began with a phone call to the victim in November 2025, during which the caller presented himself as a senior officer from the Mumbai police headquarters. He claimed that a bank account had been opened in Jammu and Kashmir under the elderly man's name, purportedly used for funding terrorism, and demanded a commission for this allegation. As the situation escalated, the victim was pressured to comply with their demands, leading to a significant loss of his savings.

The police investigation outlined the meticulous planning of the scammers, revealing how they exploited the victim's fears and used fear tactics to manipulate him into transferring funds. This case highlights the growing prevalence of cyber fraud in India and raises concerns about the vulnerabilities faced by elderly individuals who may be less familiar with such scams. Law enforcement is now focusing on apprehending others involved in this organized scheme to prevent further incidents.