EPISODE · Jul 29, 2025 · 8 MIN
Fake IAS Profile Cons Retired DIG in Lucknow | QR Code Fraud | ₹1.75 Lakh Lost
from English Cyber crime News (Cyberplatter) · host CyberPlatter
🚨 Cyber Fraud Targets Retired DIG in LucknowA fraudster impersonated retired IAS officer Balvinder Kumar on Facebook and tricked retired DIG Rakesh Shukla into a ₹1.75 lakh scam using fake offers for discounted electronics and furniture. The scam used a QR code to siphon off funds via WhatsApp communication.🧾 How It Happened:Fake Facebook request from impostorWhatsApp messages with pictures of goodsQR code used for paymentPromised delivery never happenedComplaint filed with Cyber Crime Cell🛑 Warning: Always verify identity before making any payments online.📞 Cyber Crime Helpline: 1930🌐 Visit: www.cyberplatter.com#FakeIASScam #LucknowCyberFraud #QRCodeScam #DIGDuped #CyberCrimeIndia #CyberPlatter #CyberAlert #OnlineFraud
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🚨 Cyber Fraud Targets Retired DIG in LucknowA fraudster impersonated retired IAS officer Balvinder Kumar on Facebook and tricked retired DIG Rakesh Shukla into a ₹1.75 lakh scam using fake offers for discounted electronics and furniture. The scam used a QR code to siphon off funds via WhatsApp communication.🧾 How It Happened:Fake Facebook request from impostorWhatsApp messages with pictures of goodsQR code used for paymentPromised delivery never happenedComplaint filed with Cyber Crime Cell🛑 Warning: Always verify identity before making any payments online.📞 Cyber Crime Helpline: 1930🌐 Visit: www.cyberplatter.com#FakeIASScam #LucknowCyberFraud #QRCodeScam #DIGDuped #CyberCrimeIndia #CyberPlatter #CyberAlert #OnlineFraud
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Fake IAS Profile Cons Retired DIG in Lucknow | QR Code Fraud | ₹1.75 Lakh Lost
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