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The scam aims to exploit people's trust in authority.In a related development, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) also issued a public warning about a surge in fraudulent schemes where con artists are masquerading as CBI officers. These criminals use the agency’s emblem and the names of high-ranking officials to lend credibility to their demands, further complicating the situation for victims.This new wave of impersonation fraud is a growing concern, and authorities urge the public to remain vigilant to avoid falling victim to these sophisticated scams.Milestone Alert!
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