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Officials urge citizens to prevent WhatsApp impersonation fraud, avoid trusting unexpected money requests and enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) in WhatsApp settings for added security.
In a remarkable feat of financial fraud prevention, Mumbai Police successfully blocked Rs 1.49 crore within 24 hours after receiving 110 complaints on the fraud recovery helpline 1930. This swift action prevented cybercriminals from siphoning off funds, demonstrating the effectiveness of early intervention in combating online scams.
The blocked funds were linked to various fraudulent activities, including investment frauds, fake online shopping, and phishing scams. Victims who promptly reported their losses to Helpline 1930 benefited from this money-saving initiative, as the cybercrime unit acted quickly to freeze the transactions before they were fully transferred.
Authorities emphasize that Helpline 1930 serves as a crucial protection against scams, urging citizens to report fraud as soon as possible. Early reporting significantly increases the likelihood of recovering stolen funds, making the fraud recovery helpline an essential tool in fighting digital financial crimes.
The blocked funds were linked to various fraudulent activities, including investment frauds, fake online shopping, and phishing scams. Victims who promptly reported their losses to Helpline 1930 benefited from this money-saving initiative, as the cybercrime unit acted quickly to freeze the transactions before they were fully transferred.
Authorities emphasize that Helpline 1930 serves as a crucial protection against scams, urging citizens to report fraud as soon as possible. Early reporting significantly increases the likelihood of recovering stolen funds, making the fraud recovery helpline an essential tool in fighting digital financial crimes.
The police have issued guidelines to help citizens stay safe from online fraud. They advise against downloading share trading apps via APK files and stress the importance of verifying websites before trading. Users should also be cautious of share trading ads on WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Telegram. Any payment requests received via WhatsApp should be verified by calling the sender or confirming via email.
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