Udupi Retired Bank Worker Loses Rs 22 Lakh in Fake ED, CBI Scam
By ETF Desk
A retired bank officer in Udupi lost 22 lakh rupees after being duped by individuals posing as officials from the Enforcement Directorate and the Central Bureau of Investigation.
According to reports, the fraudsters convinced the ex‑employee that urgent money transfer was needed to a vessel’s account for a “legal compliance” matter, presenting forged identity proofs and official letters. The man, trusting the guise of high authority, wired the full amount, which disappeared from his account within hours.
The incident underscores how sophisticated scams are targeting vulnerable individuals in Karnataka. Local authorities urge residents to verify the credentials of any official before conducting financial transactions. Source: Google News – Udupi.