Fraudsters Pretend to Be Officials to Scam Udupi Man of ₹22 Lakh
By ETF Desk
On March 15, 2024, a resident of Udupi District was tricked into transferring 22 lakh rupees to a fraudulent account after being approached by individuals posing as government officials.
The scammers claimed to represent the Department of Revenue and the Central Board of Direct Taxes, convincing the victim that the transfer was necessary for a pending tax settlement and for securing a government allotment for his daughter’s education.
The victim’s account was debited, and he reported the incident to the local police station on March 17, triggering an investigation. Authorities are tracing the IP addresses linked to the fraudulent communication and are collaborating with cybercrime units. This case highlights the importance of verifying official identity before transferring funds. Source: Google News – Udupi.