Hyderabad CP warns of water bill fraud scam

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has warned citizens about a water bill fraud where scammers send fake APK files to gain access to mobile phones and banking data. Residents are urged not to download apps from unknown sources or links.

Hyderabad: Hyderabad Commissioner of Police, VC Sajjanar, warned citizens against falling prey to a water bill fraud.

The Hyderabad CP said that fraudsters are calling citizens, claiming their water bills are pending and threatening to disconnect the supply if payment is not made immediately. “Victims are then sent a malicious file named “HMWSSB WATER BILL UPDATE.apk” and are persuaded to install it on their mobile phones. Once the APK file is installed, scammers gain complete control over the victim’s device. This allows them to divert calls, monitor screen activity, and access sensitive information, including OTPs used for banking transactions, leading to financial losses within minutes,” he explained.

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The people have been advised not to download or install APK files received from unknown sources.