A Chandigarh resident has fallen victim to a sophisticated cyber fraud, losing ₹8 lakh from her fixed deposit account. The incident highlights the growing threat of financial cybercrime and the urgent need for stronger security measures.
The victim, identified as Shukla Mahajan, received a suspicious message on her mobile phone, informing her that ₹2 lakh had been debited from her bank account. Initially dismissing it as an error, she soon received two more OTPs indicating additional unauthorized debits of ₹2 lakh each. In total, ₹8 lakh was fraudulently withdrawn from her fixed deposit, which was originally set to mature in 2026.
Upon rushing to the bank, officials immediately froze her account, preventing further losses. Mahajan then approached the cyber cell and filed an official complaint, seeking action against the unknown fraudsters and recovery of her lost funds. Authorities have registered a case under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including cheating, forgery, and criminal conspiracy.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the increasing sophistication of cyber fraud. Experts urge individuals to remain vigilant, regularly monitor their financial accounts, and report suspicious activity immediately.
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