financial scam
Elderly Bengaluru Residents Lose Rs 80.5 Lakh in Sophisticated Banking Scam by Fake RBI Officials
Dec 07, 2025 12:14 am CST
Two senior citizens from Bengaluru have fallen victim to an elaborate financial fraud, losing Rs 80.5 lakh after scammers impersonated police and RBI officials. The 74-year-old complainant and his sister were threatened with fabricated money laundering charges and manipulated into transferring their life savings to fraudulent accounts after being coerced into breaking their fixed deposits.
Hyderabad Telegram Honeytrap Scam: Young Man Loses Over Rs 1 Lakh in Sophisticated Online Fraud
Dec 02, 2025 12:49 am CST
A 20-year-old Hyderabad resident fell victim to an elaborate honeytrap scam on Telegram, losing over Rs 1 lakh through multiple fraudulent payment requests before the scheme escalated to extortion. This incident highlights the growing sophistication of online scams and the importance of exercising caution with unsolicited offers on social media platforms.
Fugitive Brother of Al-Falah University Founder Arrested After 25 Years in Multi-State Investment Fraud Case
Nov 18, 2025 02:42 pm CST
After evading authorities for 25 years, Hamud Ahmad Siddiqui, brother of Al-Falah University founder Jawad Ahmad Siddiqui, has been arrested in Hyderabad. Wanted for investment fraud schemes exceeding Rs 40 lakh from the late 1990s, his capture comes as the university faces scrutiny following connections to the Delhi car bombing incident. Authorities revealed Siddiqui had been living under a new identity while operating an investment firm in Hyderabad.
Kerala Teacher Loses Rs 95 Lakh in Online Gold Trading Scam: Two Arrested in Malappuram Cyber Fraud Case
Nov 07, 2025 10:08 pm CST
A school teacher in Kerala was defrauded of Rs 95 lakh after being promised 60% returns through online gold trading. Malappuram Cyber Crime Police arrested two 20-year-old suspects who were part of a larger criminal network that used rented bank accounts to facilitate cyber fraud. The investigation continues as authorities search for additional members of the criminal operation.
Delhi Man Loses Rs 9.67 Lakh in Elaborate ATS Impersonation Scam Linking Him to Pulwama Attack
Nov 03, 2025 10:16 pm CST
A 32-year-old Delhi resident became the victim of a sophisticated fraud scheme, losing over Rs 9.67 lakh after scammers posing as Anti-Terrorism Squad officials falsely accused him of involvement in the 2019 Pulwama terror attack. The fraudsters used threats and intimidation tactics to extract funds through multiple bank transfers, highlighting a dangerous trend in cybercrime targeting innocent citizens.
Investment Scam Bust: Man Arrested in Dehradun for Rs 46 Lakh Online Fraud Scheme
Oct 17, 2025 12:44 pm CST
Arunachal Pradesh Police have apprehended a suspect in Dehradun following extensive surveillance for a Rs 46.27 lakh investment fraud. The individual, who claimed to be a company official, allegedly operated in Naharlagun since early 2023, luring victims with promises of high returns through an online investment platform before misappropriating their funds. Authorities continue investigating potential accomplices in this significant financial scam.