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State of Maharashtra vs 20 unidentified accused — Lonavala call centre fraud case

Twenty individuals were arrested on 16 October 2026 for allegedly operating an illegal call centre in Lonavala that defrauded foreign nationals through fake drug-related threats. On 22 October 2026, the Bombay High Court ordered their release after ruling that their detention was illegal due to the absence of cognizance and a valid remand warrant.