Ahmedabad has reported 15 cyber fraud and online harassment complaints in just two days, with cases registered across police stations in the eastern and western parts of the city. The complaints involve different forms of cybercrime, including fake social media profiles, loan scams, impersonation fraud and misuse of banking information.
The recent complaints highlight how cybercriminals are using different tactics to gain victims’ trust and misuse digital platforms for financial fraud and harassment.
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Fake Social Media Profiles Used to Target Women
A 26-year-old woman from Kankaria approached Kagadapith police after someone allegedly created a fake Instagram account in her name and sent obscene messages. Despite blocking the account and refusing to respond, the harassment allegedly continued, following which she contacted the 1930 cybercrime helpline.
In another case, a 33-year-old nurse from Vastral reported that a fake Instagram account had allegedly been created using her identity. The account reportedly contained obscene photographs and messages sent to her nephew. She informed her husband and approached Ramol police with help from the cybercrime helpline.
Loan Scam Leaves Victim Short of ₹28,500
A 25-year-old manager from Danilimda was allegedly cheated of ₹28,500 in a fake loan top-up scam.
According to the complaint, the caller claimed to represent the KISHT loan application and promised a ₹2 lakh top-up after the victim cleared an outstanding amount. The victim allegedly transferred the money, but the promised loan was never provided.
Fake Officials Used to Build Trust and Extract Money
In another case, fraudsters allegedly posed as army cantonment officials and contacted a trader who had received an order for sports equipment worth ₹84,900.
Using fake identity cards and payment screenshots, the accused allegedly gained the trader’s confidence before extracting nearly ₹3.30 lakh through multiple transactions.
Fraudsters Misuse Bank Identity for KYC Scam
Another complaint involved an alleged fraud where a person posed as an IndusInd Bank employee and contacted an embroidery businessman.
The accused allegedly claimed that the victim’s KYC process was pending and obtained debit card and CVC details during a video call. The information was then allegedly used to withdraw ₹4.57 lakh from the victim’s account.
Cybercriminals Continue to Change Fraud Methods
The cases show how cybercriminals are using multiple approaches, from fake online identities and investment-related promises to impersonation and banking fraud.
Police are investigating the complaints and examining the methods used by the accused in each case.
How Citizens Can Stay Safe From Cyber Fraud
People should avoid sharing bank details, debit card information, passwords, CVC numbers or OTPs with unknown callers. Citizens should verify messages, calls and online offers before taking any action.
In case of suspected cyber fraud, victims should immediately report the incident through official cybercrime reporting channels, including the 1930 cybercrime helpline, to improve the chances of preventing further losses.
About the author — Ayesha Aayat writes on cybercrime, digital safety, and emerging online threats. Her work focuses on public awareness, legal clarity, and technology-driven risks.
