Meghalaya Sees Alarming Surge in Financial Fraud, Losses Hit Rs 32 Crore in 2024

Victims receive calls from individuals posing as FedEx representatives, claiming that a suspicious package has been seized

Financial fraud in Meghalaya has reached alarming levels, with reported losses soaring to Rs 32 crore in 2024, a significant jump from Rs 4.2 crore in 2023. This sharp increase underscores the growing sophistication of scams, particularly digital fraud and extortion tactics, as per a highly placed government source.

State police have repeatedly issued advisories warning citizens against scammers who use threats of “digital arrest” or “physical arrest” to extort large sums of money.

East Khasi Hills Superintendent of Police, Vivek Syiem, confirmed that various scams are being reported in the district, with fraudsters impersonating law enforcement agencies to intimidate victims into making payments. One of the most common scams involves parcel interception.

Victims receive calls from individuals posing as FedEx representatives, claiming that a suspicious package linked to their name has been seized, allegedly containing illegal items such as drugs or weapons. The scam escalates when the victim is transferred to someone impersonating officials from agencies like the police, CBI, ED, or NIA. Under the threat of arrest, victims are coerced into paying large sums to “resolve” the issue.

With digital fraud cases rising, authorities urge the public to stay vigilant and verify any suspicious calls or payment demands before taking action.

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