Hyderabad: A 42-year-old businessman reported a case to the Rachakonda cybercrime unit after losing Rs. 4,12,903 by clicking on a harmful link. He discovered unfamiliar apps on his phone that he had not installed. The victim, who lives in Meerpet, sought help from authorities after receiving 11 transaction alerts on his RBL credit card, with amounts ranging from Rs. 249 to Rs. 1.4 lakhs.
A cybercrime officer stated, “The numerous mobile numbers involved allow them to keep trying until they succeed. Cybercriminals often send links related to jackpot offers or government schemes.”
Additionally, a senior official mentioned that the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has recently launched a cybercrime awareness ringtone that will play during phone calls.
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