Guwahati, 19 July (HS): A tax consultant from Dibrugarh became a victim of cyber fraud. He lost ₹16 lakh by investing in a fake real estate company. He sent this amount through RTGS on August 27, 2024 by clicking on a fake link given on a Facebook page called Go Million.
The victim lodged a complaint on cyber helpline number 1930 on July 15, 2025. As soon as the complaint was received, CID Assam showed promptness and alerted the concerned bank nodal officers through phone and email. Investigation revealed that this amount was sent to two different bank accounts. With the coordinated action of CID Assam and banking mediums, the entire amount of 16 lakh has been traced and put on hold.
CID Assam has appealed to all citizens and business institutions to be vigilant. Do not blindly trust financial instructions received on WhatsApp or any other messaging app, even if the message appears to be from a familiar name or photo.
Confirm by calling the concerned person before taking action. Never transfer money based on a message alone.
Do not fall prey to unverified advertisements on social media. Report any suspected cyber fraud immediately. Call the National Cyber Crime Helpline 1930 or report on www.cybercrime.gov.in.
Cyber fraudsters are active—your vigilance is your only protection.
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Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash
