Delhi Man Arrested for AI-Generated Image Blackmail Scheme - OECD AI Policy Observatory
Delhi police arrested a 30-year-old man for using AI-based tools to create morphed obscene images of job seekers to facilitate blackmail and extortion
- Incident date
- Jun 2026
- Target
- Young women (job seekers)
On June 8, 2026, Delhi Police arrested a 30-year-old man named Sourav for orchestrating a criminal scheme that utilized AI-generated imagery to extort victims. The perpetrator targeted young women seeking employment by posing as a recruiter, leveraging the promise of job opportunities to obtain personal images that were subsequently manipulated.
What happened
The perpetrator utilized AI-based software to create morphed, obscene images from photographs obtained under the pretense of professional job offers. By presenting these fabricated images to the victims, the attacker engaged in a campaign of blackmail and financial extortion via social media. The incident resulted in significant harm to the victims, including direct financial loss and severe psychological distress. Law enforcement intervention concluded with the arrest of the individual, highlighting the use of generative AI tools in facilitating targeted harassment and rights violations.