A Pepper Content COO, Rishabh Shekhar, reported an extortion call targeting his father, where an alleged police officer demanded Rs 1 lakh. The caller claimed Shekhar was caught with a rapist, threatening an FIR.
Shekhar shared a screenshot with the +92 Pakistan country code. The scam used a Pune Police officer's image. Mumbai Police advised reporting to the nearest station. Shekhar emphasized the need to combat such scams, urging awareness.
Others shared similar experiences, including a doctor who faced a similar issue with no response despite contacting authorities. Such scams pose serious threats, demanding increased vigilance and crackdowns.