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Chhattisgarh Professor Kidnapped, Extorted Rs 1 Lakh via UPI
A college professor in Chhattisgarh was abducted during an evening walk and released only after his family transferred Rs 1 lakh through digital payment. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.
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A professor from Chhattisgarh was kidnapped while taking an evening walk, with the abductors demanding ransom through digital payment channels. The perpetrators contacted the victim's family and demanded Rs 1 lakh, which was transferred via UPI to secure his release.
The incident highlights the growing menace of targeted abductions in the state, with criminals increasingly leveraging digital payment systems to facilitate extortion. The use of UPI-based transfers allows perpetrators to move funds quickly while leaving digital trails for investigators to pursue.
Authorities registered a case following the professor's complaint and launched efforts to identify and apprehend the suspects involved. The investigation is ongoing, with police examining transaction records and conducting inquiries in the neighbourhood where the abduction occurred.
The case has raised concerns among residents about personal safety during routine activities. Local authorities have intensified patrolling in residential areas and appealed to residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to police immediately.