Secunderabad man loses ₹2.47 lakh in fake courier message scam
HYDERABAD: A 36-year-old resident of Secunderabad lost ₹2.47 lakh after falling victim to a fake courier message scam. The message, claiming to be from DTDC Courier, falsely stated that a “second delivery attempt” for a parcel had failed.
Expecting his vehicle’s Registration Certificate (RC), the man clicked on the link provided in the message. Soon after, his phone froze and was flooded with multiple one-time password (OTP) notifications. Within minutes, he received alerts that about ₹2,47,000 had been charged to his credit card.
Realising the fraud, the victim immediately locked his card using the Kotak Mahindra Bank mobile app and contacted the bank’s helpline to block it and lodge a complaint.
Cybercrime police issue public warning
Hyderabad Cybercrime Police urged citizens not to fall prey to such courier-related scams. In an advisory, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Cyber Crimes), Hyderabad, cautioned people to beware of messages containing fake delivery updates and suspicious links.
The advisory said:
Always verify courier details through official websites or apps.
Never click on unknown links or share OTPs, PINs or card details.
Monitor card transactions regularly using official banking apps.
Report cyber frauds immediately via the 1930 helpline or on www.cybercrime.gov.in.
In case of emergency, contact or WhatsApp 8712665171.
Citizens can follow the official Hyderabad Cybercrime handles facebook.com/cybercrimepshyd, instagram.com/cybercrimepshyd, and x.com/CyberCrimeshyd for verified updates and awareness tips.
