Mumbai Police Crackdown on Jharkhand APK Scam Network
A Mumbai Police team arrested three men from Jharkhand for creating and selling fake APK files to scam people amidst an LPG cylinder shortage. The scheme involved sending malicious files posing as LPG updates, allowing scammers to access victims' phones and bank details. The investigation continues.
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The Mumbai Police have apprehended three individuals from Jharkhand implicated in a fraudulent scheme centered around APK files, officials disclosed.
These men allegedly exploited the recent LPG cylinder shortage by sending deceptive APK files masked as 'LPG verification' updates. Through this maneuver, they gained access to personal data and bank details.
As a broader investigation unfolds, police suspect the arrested trio might be part of an extensive network of cybercriminals, targeting numerous individuals. They're also noted for possibly selling stolen data to illicit call centers.
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