Lucknow Parcel Fraud Case: Man Alleges ₹41,990 Scam and ₹2 Lakh Goods Missing

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A Lucknow resident reported a loss of ₹41,990 after arranging for two packages to be shipped to the United States, with goods valued at approximately ₹2 lakh reportedly missing and falsified tracking information provided.

The Incident Unfolds

Shivam Tiwari, a resident of Arjunganj, alleged that a logistics firm and its associates collected payment, retrieved parcels, and failed to deliver them or provide accurate updates. He reported the case to the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal and filed an online FIR.

The Logistics Company and Initial Contact

Tiwari sought a logistics service to transport household and personal items to his brother-in-law in the U.S. On August 4, he encountered ‘Fedexfly Logistics International Packers Movers (OPC)’ through online research and contacted a representative, Vivek Shukla, using a mobile number listed on Google Business.

Payment and Tracking Issues

The cost for shipping two parcels was agreed upon at ₹41,990. On the same day, two individuals, including Vinay Shukla, collected the packages. Tiwari was instructed to transfer ₹41,990 via UPI under the name Sonu, son of Maman Ram. He claimed the payment was made after assurances of safe delivery.

Failure to Deliver and Suspicious Requests

Following the transaction, Tiwari repeatedly requested tracking details but received no valid tracking numbers. By August 21, the parcels had not reached the U.S., and no verifiable delivery confirmation was provided. Associates of the logistics firm demanded an additional ₹5,200 as an airport holding charge, raising suspicions of fraud.

Investigation and Expert Insights

Investigators will examine whether the packages entered a legitimate courier network or were diverted after collection. The UPI transaction, recipient’s account details, and potential links between the payment and the logistics company will be scrutinized.

Expert Advice on Verifying Legitimacy

A cybersecurity expert emphasized the importance of verifying a company’s legitimacy before engaging in transactions. Prof. Triveni Singh, a former IPS officer and cybercrime specialist, advised customers to independently confirm a firm’s registration, physical address, official website, courier partnerships, and tracking systems.

“He also warned against making additional payments after a shipment is collected without prior verification.”

Steps to Take After Fraudulent Activity

Tiwari reported the case to the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal and filed an online FIR. The investigation will focus on the payment trail, communication records, alleged tracking IDs, and the roles of individuals involved. Authorities will also assess whether the company and its associates were affiliated with international courier operations.

Conclusion

If the allegations are proven, the case could reveal how the funds were collected, the parcels’ fate, and potential involvement of other parties. At this stage, the claims remain under scrutiny, with further developments contingent on evidence gathered by investigators.