Industrialist thwarts AI voice cloning scam in Karnataka
Bengaluru: In a first for Karnataka, an industrialist from Ballari narrowly escaped falling victim to an AI-driven voice cloning scam. The incident unfolded when the industrialist's wife received a distressing call from individuals claiming to be police officers.
They alleged that her daughter had been detained in a blackmail case and demanded Rs 50,000 for her release. The callers even used a cloned voice that mimicked the daughter's pleas for help in Telugu.
However, the husband, who was in Bengaluru at the time, quickly contacted their daughter, who is studying in Delhi, and confirmed her safety. Realizing the fraud, he notified the police.
Although a formal complaint was not filed, the authorities have warned the public about such scams. Bengaluru police have urged citizens to verify the authenticity of such calls and report any suspicious activity immediately.
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Tumakuru: Dalit family allegedly prevented from entering temple; accused arrested
Tumakuru: Police in Turuvekere have arrested a 65-year-old man for allegedly obstructing a Dalit family from entering a temple and making caste-based remarks, officials said on Saturday.
The accused, identified as Rajanna, has been booked under provisions of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act based on a complaint filed by Rangaramu T. of Thuyalahalli village.
According to the FIR, the incident took place on April 18 around 5:30 pm when Rangaramu T. and his family visited the Sri Ranganathaswamy temple in Mallur village to offer prayers. It states that the accused allegedly objected to their entry and made remarks referring to caste hierarchy and questioning their presence inside the temple premises.
The FIR further states that the accused made additional remarks asserting that such entry into the temple was not permitted and asked the family to leave. It also mentions that the complainant was subjected to mental harassment through these statements.
Following the complaint, DySP Om Prakash Gowda along with revenue officials and police visited the spot and conducted an inspection.
Further investigation is underway.
