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Cyber Scammers Dupe 82-Year-Old Woman Out of Rs 73.30 Lakh
In a distressing incident reported to the Kalyan Police, an 82-year-old resident of Kalyan West fell prey to a sophisticated cyber scam, resulting in the loss of a staggering Rs 73.30 lakh.
The sequence of events unfolded over a four-day period between April 6 and April 10, 2026. On April 6, the victim received a phone call from an individual identifying himself as Vijay Khanna, claiming to be an investigating officer. Khanna informed the woman that her mobile number had been linked to a Pakistani terrorist allegedly involved in the Pahalgam attack.
- The scammers employed a tactic of creating a sense of urgency and authority, repeatedly calling and messaging the woman to instill fear and anxiety.
- They convinced her that her cooperation was necessary for the scrutiny of her bank accounts, which required temporary transfers to secure accounts.
- To build trust, the scammers provided her with details of various bank accounts, leading her to believe that these were legitimate and secure channels for the funds.
BetweeApril 6 and April 10, the woman transferred a total of Rs 73.30 lakh via RTGS and online transactions, unaware that she was being duped into sending the money to the scammers’ accounts. It wasn’t until she confided in her family members about the situation that a complaint was lodged at the Mahatma Phule Chowk police station in Kalyan.
Law enforcement authorities have initiated an investigation into the incident, working to identify the perpetrators and recover the stolen funds. This case highlights the importance of awareness and vigilance in protecting oneself against such scams, particularly among vulnerable populations like the elderly.
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