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December 20,2025
Mangaluru, Dec 20: City Police Commissioner Sudheer Kumar Reddy has issued a high-alert warning to vehicle owners regarding a surge in cyber fraud targeting those looking to pay traffic violation fines. Fraudsters are reportedly exploiting recent government discount schemes on traffic penalties to deceive citizens.
The Scam: How Fraudsters Strike
Criminals are using SMS, WhatsApp, and social media to circulate suspicious links and APK files (Android application packages). They claim these apps allow users to pay e-challans at a discount.
• Device Hacking: Downloading these unauthorized apps gives hackers full access to the victim's smartphone.
• Financial Theft: Once the phone is compromised, fraudsters intercept OTPs and personal data to drain bank accounts.
• Phishing Sites: Fake websites mimicking official portals are also being used to harvest banking credentials.
Already, two residents within Mangaluru city limits have reported significant financial losses after falling victim to these fraudulent apps.
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Great Personality ,community leader and peace lover.may Allah grant him Jannah for his good deeds
Inna lillahi wa inna ilahi rajioon . Wellknown great person
inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raajhioon
Innalillahi va Inna Ilihi Rajihoon, a well known personality, a huge loss to Manjeshwar, May Allah grant a strength for his family to bear this loss
Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilayhi Raaji'oon, very good human being. thanks for the coverage \CD\"."
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