Credit Card Scam: A 78-year-old retired man from Hyderabad became the victim of a sophisticated credit card fraud after receiving unexpected payment notifications through a financial app. Despite having no record of such transactions, his attempts to resolve the issue with the bank led to further complications. Ultimately resulting in a significant financial loss. The investigation later revealed that the fraud was orchestrated by an individual posing as a Jio Fiber technician, highlighting the growing threat of identity theft and cyber scams targeting unsuspecting individuals.
According to Hyderabad police, the victim, a 78-year-old retired male from Hyderabad, received a text message through the CRED app stating that an amount of ₹ 111,589/- was due on his credit card. As the victim had not used this amount, he immediately visited Axis Bank and inquired about the transactions. The bank officials informed him that they would send the bill details via email. However, there was no response from the Axis Bank officials.
Additionally, after the multiple visits and inquiries within the department, the desk officer for senior citizens advised the victim to make the payment. Accordingly, the victim paid the said amount through NEFT. A fresh credit card was issued in the victim’s name, but he never used the new card. Later, the victim received another message through the CRED App, requesting payment for the new credit card. He again visited the bank and informed them that he had never used the card. Upon further inquiry, the bank officials provided him with a statement, through which he discovered that his credit card had been misused by unknown persons through Paytm.
After this case got exposed there were many shocking incidents came to light. According to the investigation, the prime suspect has confessed that his main target is elderly victims who are using the internet connection. Acting as a technical support from Jio Fiber, he starts convincing the victims that he is going to repair and upgrade their connection. Following this, he asks them to pay from their credit card, and this ends up in scamming them easily.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the increasing risks posed by financial fraud and identity theft, particularly against vulnerable individuals like senior citizens. The arrest of the accused posing as a Jio Fiber technician highlights the need for heightened awareness and vigilance when dealing with financial transactions and service personnel. It also underscores the importance of prompt action by financial institutions in assisting victims of fraud. As digital scams continue to evolve, staying informed and verifying credentials before sharing personal or financial information is crucial in preventing such deceptive schemes.
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