A Mumbai-based CIO fell victim to an elaborate cyber scam, losing ₹1.07 crore. Fraudsters posing as Delhi Cyber Crime and CBI officers accused him of involvement in serious crimes, claiming his Aadhaar was used for illicit activities. They coerced him into transferring funds for 'scrutiny,' promising a return, but vanished after receiving the money.
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