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Scamsters pose as Gujarat Crime Branch officers to TV actor Ankita Bhargava's elderly parents; here's what happened next
Updated On: 15 May, 2026 03:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ankita Bhargava revealed that scammers posing as Crime Branch officers nearly tricked her elderly parents through fear and intimidation. The actress shared the frightening experience to raise awareness about growing impersonation scams targeting senior citizens across India

Ankita Bhargava and her parents (Instagram)
Ankita Bhargava recently opened up about a terrifying scam attempt that nearly trapped her elderly parents, leaving the family shaken and prompting her to warn others about the rising danger of impersonation frauds. The actress revealed that the incident unfolded when a group of men posing as Crime Branch officers arrived at her parents’ home and attempted to manipulate them through fear and intimidation.
Ankita Bhargava warns fans about a major scam
According to Ankita, the fraudsters appeared highly convincing and carried themselves with the confidence of actual law enforcement officials. Dressed formally and speaking in authoritative tones, they allegedly claimed to be investigating a serious matter connected to the family. The scammers reportedly tried to pressure her parents into cooperating immediately, creating panic and confusion in the household.
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