VC Sajjanar warns public about fake Facebook accounts seeking money

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar warned citizens about cyber fraudsters creating fake Facebook profiles in his name and sending messages seeking money. One person was cheated of Rs 20000. He urged people to verify requests and report cyber frauds to the helpline

Hyderabad: Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar on Saturday asked people to be alert about cyber fraudsters who, using his fake Facebook accounts, are sending messages and demanding money.

In a post on X, formerly Twitter, he said that the fraudsters had sent messages to his friends saying, ‘I’m in trouble, please send money’. “Unfortunately, one of my friends was deceived and transferred Rs 20000 to a fraudster’s account,” he stated.

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He advised people to never respond to friend requests or messages asking for money from anyone claiming to be VC Sajjanar or any public official. “Always verify by directly contacting the person over a phone call before taking any action. Block and report suspicious messages, links or video calls immediately,” he suggested.

He said only alertness can protect everyone and their money from cyber criminals. Report cyber frauds to the 1930 helpline or http://cybercrime.gov.in.