Incredible Cyber Swindle: Pune Techie Loses Rs 6 Lakh from Bank Account, Barely Had Rs 4 Lakh

 

PUNE: A software engineer residing in Pune recently became a victim of a distressing cybercrime incident, resulting in a loss of Rs 6.7 lakh from her net banking account. The incident, which occurred on May 1, involved fraudulent individuals exploiting the trust of the engineer by posing as a bank executive and manipulating her into divulging sensitive information.

The 24-year-old victim, employed by a well-known multinational Information Technology services company, took immediate action by filing a First Information Report (FIR) at the Hinjewadi police station. She recounted receiving a call from an unidentified number around 1 pm on that fateful day.

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The caller, pretending to be a bank executive, informed her about two credit cards issued in her name and proposed the suspension of an inactive card. Trusting the imposter, the woman consented to the card suspension. Subsequently, the fraudster craftily extracted her bank account details, PAN number, and convinced her to share the one-time password (OTP) sent to her mobile device. Armed with this information, the cybercriminals gained illicit access to her net banking account and swiftly altered the registered email address, replacing it with an unfamiliar one registered under the name 'thedarkpartoflife'.

Within a matter of minutes, the criminals capitalized on the changed email address and successfully obtained a pre-approved personal loan of Rs 2 lakh in the victim's name. The woman received a notification about the loan, immediately raising suspicions. However, before she could take any action, the perpetrators swiftly conducted seven transactions, effectively withdrawing Rs 6.7 lakh from her bank account.

Upon realizing that she had fallen victim to a fraudulent scheme, the engineer promptly approached the Hinjewadi police station to lodge an FIR. The complaint includes relevant sections of the Information Technology Act and the Indian Penal Code (IPC), primarily focusing on cheating and criminal breach of trust. Law enforcement agencies have initiated an investigation to identify the cybercriminals through their contact details and bank accounts.

Experts specializing in cybercrime investigations emphasize the crucial role of timely reporting, preferably within the initial 24 hours after the crime occurs. Swift complaints significantly aid in the investigation process, enabling law enforcement authorities to freeze fraudulent accounts promptly and mitigate financial losses. The victim's prompt action increases the likelihood of recovering the stolen funds.

In light of this incident, authorities are reminding the public to exercise caution while sharing sensitive information over the phone or online. It is essential to remain vigilant and verify the authenticity of calls and messages received from individuals claiming to represent a bank. Financial institutions also advise customers against sharing personal and banking details with unknown individuals, even if they purport to be from the bank.

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Cybercrime investigators stress the importance of victims promptly approaching the police during the "golden hours" or within 24 hours after the crime. Early reporting not only provides investigators with an advantage in the case but also enables immediate measures to freeze fraudulent accounts, helping to prevent the loss of funds.

To protect yourself from online fraud, consider the following tips:

  1. Avoid sharing personal information, such as bank account numbers or PAN numbers, with anyone over the phone or on the Internet.

  2. Exercise caution when dealing with unsolicited calls or emails that request personal information.

  3. Only provide personal information on secure websites.

  4. Keep your software up to date by installing the latest security patches.

  5. Use strong and regularly updated passwords.

  6. Be cautious when clicking on links, ensuring their authenticity before proceeding.

If you suspect that you have fallen victim to online fraud, report the incident to the police immediately.

Source: https://www.the420.in/incredible-cyber-swindle-pune-techie-loses-rs-6-lakh-from-bank-account-barely-had-rs-4-lakh/



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