A 49-year-old Japanese national, Takeo Uno, working as a director at Indo Nissin Foods in Bengaluru, fell victim to a cyber scam, losing ₹1.5 lakh. The incident occurred when Uno clicked on a suspicious link sent to his phone under the pretense of updating his bank account details.
Believing the link to be legitimate, Uno entered his confidential banking information, which was subsequently used by the fraudsters to siphon off the amount. The scam highlights the rising trend of cybercrime targeting individuals through phishing links that appear authentic.
The Japanese expatriate filed a complaint with the cybercrime police station in Bengaluru, who have initiated an investigation into the matter. Officials have advised the public to remain vigilant and avoid clicking on unknown links or sharing personal banking details online.
Cyber experts caution that such scams often use sophisticated techniques to lure victims, including impersonating official institutions. They recommend verifying links directly through official websites or customer service channels before taking any action.
The case underscores the importance of digital literacy and awareness in combating cyber fraud, particularly as such incidents continue to rise globally.
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