Hyderabad police warned the public about rising cyber fraud involving fake bank representatives and malicious APK links. Several victims lost large sums after installing fake apps or sharing banking details. Police urged citizens to avoid unknown links and report fraud immediately.
Cyber criminals in Hyderabad hacked WhatsApp groups operated by ministers’ public relations officers and journalists by circulating malicious APK files disguised as SBI Aadhaar updates. The hackers threatened users with account lockouts, altered group display pictures, and spread the malware through contacts.
A 36-year-old man from Yousufguda lost Rs 1.9 lakh after installing a fake BigBasket app sent by cyber fraudsters posing as customer care staff. Police said the scammers diverted his calls to intercept banking messages and steal funds
