Hyderabad City Cyber Crime Unit refunds Rs.35 lakh to two victims
Hyderabad: The Hyderabad city cyber crime unit refunded Rs.35 lakh to the victims in two cases. A complaint was received from a 28-year-old woman from Hyderabad stating fraudsters deceived her by falsely implicating her in illegal activities and money laundering. The fraudsters convinced her to transfer Rs.1 lakh to bank accounts provided by them.
Realizing that the fraudsters duped her, she approached the police who took proactive steps, including sending notices to the bank officials and following up to freeze the fraudulent amount. They also guided the complainant in filing a petition in court for refund of funds held in the fraudulent accounts.
As a result, Rs.1 lakh was successfully refunded to the complainant’s bank account. In the second case, a complaint was received from a 76-year-old retired person from Hyderabad stating fraudsters deceived him by falsely implicating him in money laundering and digital arrest. They managed to convince him to transfer Rs.84 lakh to bank accounts provided by them.
The cyber crime unit worked diligently to issue notices to the bank officials, followed up with them to freeze the fraudulent amount, and guided the complainant in filing a petition in court for refund of funds. Consequently, Rs.34 lakh was successfully refunded to the complainant’s bank account.
In a public advisory, the police asked the people not to respond to calls from unknown numbers. “Don't get panic if you receive any threatening video calls claiming them to be CBI, RBI, ED, Customs, Judges, cybercrimes police, narcotics , FedEx, BSNL, TRAI etc.,” the police said.
“If a call raises suspicion, individuals should end the call immediately, without engaging. Further if you have any fear report immediately to the nearest police station,” the police said.
The government agency or law enforcement officials will not make such skype calls and demand money for clearing the issue. There is no digital arrest and enquiry in the system. Scammers can employ psychological tactics to manipulate emotions and decision-making. Do not deposit money to the unknown bank accounts believing false promises of unknown persons.
“If you are a victim of cyber fraud, immediately call 1930 or register a case at cybercrime.gov.in. There is a possibility to get a refund of at least part of the lost and Put on Hold amount, if it is reported immediately,” the police said.
Victims of such Cyber frauds can report immediately on the helpline number 1930 or through the national Cyber Crime reporting portal cybercrime.gov.in.