Dec 6, 11:30 PM

Mumbai Cyber Fraud: Thane Man Loses Rs 59 Lakh to Customs Scam, Woman Duped of Rs 6.37 Lakh via Instagram Ad

A series of recent cyber fraud cases has raised alarms in Mumbai, with victims losing substantial amounts to scammers posing as law enforcement officials. One incident involved a Thane man who lost Rs 59 lakh after fraudsters claimed that a parcel linked to him contained drugs. In another case, a Mumbai woman was duped of Rs 6.37 lakh through an Instagram advertisement promising easy money. Experts warn that scammers often use tactics such as urgency and promises of guaranteed profits to lure victims into fake investment schemes. Authorities advise individuals to remain vigilant, verify apps, and avoid unrealistic return promises to protect themselves from such scams.

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BOOM Live@boomlive_in
2 years ago
#Replug | "It begins with a simple call," explained cyber psychologist Nirali Bhatia. Someone claiming to be law enforcement tells you your identity is linked to a parcel containing drugs or fake passports. #DigitalArrest #DigitalArrestScam https://t.co/A87OiH1r8f
News24 🇿🇦@News24
2 years ago
Fraudulent transactions can happen to anyone. After experiencing card fraud, I learned how criminals operate and how to protect your money with digital wallets, virtual cards, and smart banking, writes @mayaonmoney https://t.co/BkmGaTX1e2
TIMES NOW@TimesNow
2 years ago
#Instagram Ad Promising Easy Money Dupes #Mumbai Woman Of Rs 6.37 Lakh: What Happened And How To Stay Safe https://t.co/LjGCGCIVRQ

Mumbai Cyber Fraud: Thane Man Loses Rs 59 Lakh to Customs Scam, Woman Duped of Rs 6.37 Lakh via Instagram Ad

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