Cyber Crime
The420 Cyber Crime Diary: From Extortion to Fake Tickets, Scams Hit Hard
NEW DELHI: The digital world offers convenience and connection, but it also harbors unseen dangers. Cybercrime once again made headlines, leaving a trail of victims and stolen money. From a respected IISc professor duped into parting with Rs 83 lakh to a CRPF officer swindled out of nearly Rs 5 lakh, these scams highlight the evolving tactics of cybercriminals and the urgent need for vigilance.
This daily update brings you a roundup of the latest cybercrime incidents, showcasing the diverse schemes employed by perpetrators and the alarming financial losses incurred by victims. We also delve into a major police crackdown in Gurgaon and the nationwide efforts to combat this growing threat. Stay informed, stay vigilant, and remember – no one is immune to cybercrime.
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IISc professor falls prey to cybercrime, loses Rs 83 lakh to extortionists
• The IISc professor was targeted by cybercriminals who posed as law enforcement officials.
• The criminals tricked the professor into believing she had sent a parcel containing illegal drugs and passports.
• They used fake IDs and official-looking documents to make their scam appear legitimate.
• The professor was threatened with arrest and money laundering charges if she didn’t cooperate.
• The criminals instructed the professor to transfer money to several accounts as a way to verify her identity.
• The professor transferred a total of Rs 83 lakh before realizing she had been scammed.
• She has filed a complaint with the cybercrime helpline, and the police are investigating the crime.
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Woman duped of Rs 4.4 lakh trying to book Dubai air tickets; fraudsters used remote-access app
• A woman fell victim to cyber fraud while attempting to book Dubai air tickets, resulting in a loss of Rs. 4.4 lakhs.
• The fraudsters impersonated themselves as travel agents and manipulated the victim into transferring money through multiple transactions.
• They lured the victim with discounted airfares and convinced her to transfer payments using various pretexts, ultimately swindling a substantial sum.
• Leveraging social engineering techniques, the scammers exploited the victim’s trust, leading her to believe she was engaging with a legitimate travel agency.
• The victim was instructed to make several transactions to different bank accounts, believing these were associated with the ticket booking process.
• The case has been registered, prompting authorities to initiate an investigation into the fraudulent activities. Efforts are underway to track down the culprits involved.
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Gurgaon Police Bust Cybercrime Racket: 33,000 Complaints, 650 Arrested, Rs 25 Crore Recovered
• Over 33,000 cybercrime complaints were filed in Gurgaon in the past year, highlighting a growing concern.
• 650 arrests were made and Rs 25 crore were recovered in a major crackdown on cybercrime by the Gurgaon police.
• The police have been actively raising awareness about cybercrime through campaigns and workshops.
• Gurgaon boasts four dedicated cyber police stations, and the state government is setting up a state-level cybercrime coordination center to further strengthen the fight against cybercrime.
CRPF Personnel Loses Rs 4.97 Lakh to Cyber Fraudster in Chandigarh
• A CRPF constable based in Chandigarh fell victim to a cyber fraud scheme, losing nearly Rs 5 lakh to the scammer.
• The officer was looking for Videocon d2h customer care number online.
• He called a number he found and was tricked into downloading AnyDesk on his phone.
• The fraudster impersonated a bank official, convincing the victim to share sensitive banking information, including OTPs, under the guise of updating his KYC details.
• The constable transferred Rs 4.97 lakh in multiple transactions as instructed by the scammer, believing it was a legitimate banking procedure.
• A case has been registered by the victim with the Cyber Crime Cell, emphasizing the importance of reporting such incidents promptly to take legal action against cybercriminals.
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ED seizes Rs 1.8 crore from Kestopur house in cyber-fraud case
• The Enforcement Directorate (ED) seized Rs 1.8 crore from a house in Kestopur, Kolkata.
• The money was linked to a cyber-fraud case registered in Patna.
• ED officials found the cash during searches at the house rented by Robin Yadav.
• Yadav is suspected to be involved in a multi-crore cyber-fraud case.
3 Haryana Men Held for Supplying Fake SIM Cards to Cyber Criminals
• Three people, Azad, Shahzad, and Azharuddin, were arrested in Haryana for supplying fake SIM cards to cyber criminals.
• The suspects were working with distributors and dealers in several states to activate the cards.
• The fake SIM cards were then used by cyber criminals to cheat people.