Vashi Woman Falls Victim to Online Insurance Refund Scam Worth Lakhs

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Recent Scammers Target Indian Citizen with Insurance Refund Scheme

A recent report has surfaced of a 43-year-old woman from Vashi losing approximately 61.49 lakhs due to a sophisticated phishing scheme carried out by a group of cybercriminals.

How the Scam Unfolded

The incident took place in July 2025 when the victim received a call from someone claiming to be an official from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI). The scammer provided the victim with what seemed like authentic information about her Bharti AXA insurance policy, including the policy number, thus gaining her trust.

The Manipulation Continues

Over the course of several interactions, the victim was repeatedly assured that her policy would be closed, and the premium amount would be refunded, but only if certain requirements were met, such as generating an agent code and undergoing cash conversion.

The Scammers Use Fake Communications

To further manipulate the victim, the scammers sent her fake email communications purportedly from the Insurance Ombudsman and NPCI, which included forged documents bearing the relevant organizations’ logos. Convinced of the legitimacy of these communications, the victim transferred a total of 61.49 lakhs over an extended period.

The Scheme is Uncovered

The scheme was eventually uncovered when the victim realized she had been deceived. Authorities were alerted, and a case was filed against the perpetrators.

According to authorities, law enforcement agencies have released an advisory cautioning citizens against responding to unsolicited calls regarding financial matters and advising them to verify any claims through authorized channels.

Citizens Urged to Take Precautions

Citizens who fall victim to similar scams are urged to promptly contact the cyber helpline at 1930 or the nearest cyber police station for assistance.