Udupi Woman Arrested Over Businessman Blackmail Case

Police in the coastal town of Udupi arrested a woman on Sunday after a sting operation revealed her role in a blackmail scheme targeting a local businessman.

According to officials, the suspect used social media and phone calls to threaten the entrepreneur with fabricated evidence, demanding a ransom of ₹5 lakh. The police received a tip from a neighbour and acted swiftly to prevent any further extortion.

The arrest is expected to deter similar scams in the district and restore confidence among local business owners. Authorities have also advised residents to verify any demands and cooperate with law enforcement. Source: Google News – Udupi.