Fri Dec 06 08:24:45 UTC 2024: ## Thane Man Loses ₹59 Lakh in Elaborate Cyber Fraud

**Thane, Maharashtra –** A 54-year-old Thane resident was defrauded of ₹59 lakh in a sophisticated cybercrime operation, police reported today. Between November 26th and December 2nd, the victim was repeatedly contacted by individuals impersonating Customs and CBI officers.

The scammers initially claimed that a seized parcel containing drugs was linked to the victim. They then allegedly connected him to a supposed CBI officer, who accused him of involvement in serious crimes, including human trafficking and money laundering. The victim was pressured into transferring ₹59 lakh to several bank accounts to avoid legal repercussions.

After making the payment, the victim realized he had been scammed and filed a complaint with the Naupada police. A case has been registered under sections 318(4) and 319(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) – concerning cheating and cheating by personation – and relevant sections of the Information Technology Act. Police are currently investigating the case and tracing the fraudulent transactions. The incident serves as a stark warning against unsolicited calls claiming to represent government agencies.

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