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YouTuber's 40-Hour Nightmare Exposes Rising Scam Crisis

1/9/2025

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YouTuber Ankush Bahuguna bravely recounted his harrowing 40-hour ordeal with a digital arrest scam, where con artists posed as police, isolating him and pressuring him for money. This chilling experience underscores the alarming surge of such scams in India, driven by fear and manipulation. Experts urge vigilance and awareness to combat these deceitful tactics.

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Story summary

YouTuber Ankush Bahuguna bravely recounted his harrowing 40-hour ordeal with a digital arrest scam, where con artists posed as police, isolating him and pressuring him for money. This chilling experience underscores the alarming surge of such scams in India, driven by fear and manipulation. Experts urge vigilance and awareness to combat these deceitful tactics.