Cyber Conmen Strike Again: Indore Real Estate Broker Loses ₹2.96 Lakh in Credit Card Scam
Two separate cases of cyber fraud reported in Indore, with a real estate broker losing ₹2.96 lakh and a man being duped of ₹2 lakh in a loan app scam.
Credit Card ScamCyber FraudReal Estate BrokerIcici BankOnline Loan ScamReal Estate NewsAug 18, 2024
According to Additional DCP Alok Kumar Sharma, the victim, Aman Rajput, received a call from an unknown number, with the caller posing as an ICICI Bank representative. The caller convinced Rajput to download an app, which ultimately led to the cyber fraud. The fraudsters used the app to gather information about Rajput's bank accounts, credit card, and debit card, making three transactions totaling ₹2.96 lakh.
In another incident, a man was duped of ₹2 lakh by cyber fraudsters under the guise of providing an online loan. Tanmay Sonwaniye, who works at a property loan office, mistakenly clicked on a link in a promotional social media post. Later, he received a call from an unknown number and was lured into downloading an app under the pretense of receiving a loan. The fraudsters initially provided him with small loans but then demanded repayment with interest, threatening to share private pictures obtained through the app if he did not comply. The victim ended up paying ₹3 lakh for a ₹1 lakh loan.
The police have registered complaints in both cases and have managed to freeze the fraudsters' accounts.ICICI Bank is a leading private sector bank in India, providing a range of financial services to its customers.ICICI Bank Limited is an Indian multinational banking and financial services company headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra.credit card scam, cyber fraud, real estate broker, ICICI Bank, online loan scam
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the modus operandi used by the cyber conmen to defraud the real estate broker?
The cyber conmen posed as ICICI Bank representatives and convinced the victim to download an app, which was used to gather information about his bank accounts, credit card, and debit card.
How much money did the real estate broker lose in the credit card scam?
The real estate broker lost ₹2.96 lakh in the credit card scam.
What was the pretext used by the cyber fraudsters to dupe the man of ₹2 lakh?
The cyber fraudsters promised to provide an online loan and lured the victim into downloading an app.
How much money did the victim end up paying for a ₹1 lakh loan?
The victim ended up paying ₹3 lakh for a ₹1 lakh loan.
What action has been taken by the police in both cases?
The police have registered complaints in both cases and have managed to freeze the fraudsters' accounts.
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