'You’re under arrest, please stay online': How mobile phone has become ‘Akshaya Patra’ of cyber criminals in Tamil Nadu

Cybercrime in Tamil Nadu has surged, costing people over Rs 1,100 crore this year. Scams include get-rich-quick schemes, KYC frauds, and the deceptive 'digital arrest' targeting seniors. Using social media data, criminals impersonate officials to manipulate victims. Online trading scams also exploit greed. The psychological impact on victims is profound and largely unaddressed.