The callers allegedly told him that a money-laundering case was registered against him and cited a suspicious mobile number linked to the case. They further threatened that he would be immediately digitally arrested and claimed an investigation was already under way.To intensify the pressure, the accused reportedly kept the victim on a continuous video call and instructed him not to contact anyone. They assured him that the case could be cleared if he cooperated with them.Under fear and pressure, the complainant transferred Rs 5,01,000 from his City Union Bank account through RTGS, as instructed by the callers. Soon after receiving the money, the accused allegedly cut off all contact.Realising he was duped, the victim approached the police. A case was registered against unknown persons at the Belagavi district CEN police station two days ago. Police said technical tracking of the mobile numbers and bank accounts involved was under way.
