Many locals have lost thousands of rupees under the Electricity Bill Scam

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Electricity Bill Scam: There was a time when the fraudulent use of electricity bills was widespread. The country as a whole was being duped by this swindle. People received warnings for failing to pay their electricity bills and for turning off the power.

Fraud has now returned to Bengaluru. Many locals have lost thousands of rupees as a result of this scam. A case involving the theft of Rs 4.9 lakh from a 56-year-old businessman called Arvind Kumar. Under the guise of an online electricity bill payment has just come to light.

The victim, according to The Hindu, lives in Bangalore’s Chamarajpet neighborhood. He has reported internet fraud to the police.

Electricity Bill Scam

What’s the problem?

He received a call from an executive of BESCOM (Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited). He informed Arvind Kumar that he owed money for his energy. Electrical will be cut off if the payment is not made. According to the electricity agency. He sent the link when asked how to pay the charge.

Arvind downloaded the program, and the con artist promptly obtained his bank account information and transferred the money. He is accused of stealing close to Rs 4.9 lakh from the victim’s account.

Electricity Bill Scam

A police complaint has been filed, and an investigation is in progress. The scam’s origins remain a mystery. Arvind followed instructions. He was instructed to download the Teamviewer Quick assistance software by the caller.

et me warn you that con artists utilize these apps to deceive users. Scammers gain access to the front bank account by downloading this software.

This is how to stay clear of the cons.

Electricity Bill Scam

Be cautious in this way

Check the source of the communication if you have already received it. Messages are always delivered to the mobile device registered on the government’s official website.

  •  Be cautious if you receive a call asking you to pay a bill soon since the scammer is trying to panic you. so that you can begin the process without stopping to consider it.
  • Verify the phone number that sent the message to you. Check the message for any grammar errors as well.
  •  Call the electricity board or customer service immediately if you can’t afford to pay the payment on time

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