Sat Dec 13 16:31:07 UTC 2025: Hyderabad Police Recover Over ₹6 Lakh in Swift Action Against APK-Based Cyber Fraud
Hyderabad, India – December 13, 2025 – Hyderabad Cyber Crimes police have successfully reversed fraudulent transactions totaling ₹6,48,947 following swift reporting by two victims of APK-based cyber fraud. The incidents targeted residents in Yousufguda and Amberpet.
In the first case, a software engineer lost ₹5,23,125 after downloading a fake M-Parivahan app sent via WhatsApp. The malware captured his bank OTPs, enabling unauthorized credit card transactions. Thanks to his immediate reporting to the 1930 helpline and the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal, police were able to coordinate with ICICI Bank and Amazon Pay to reverse the full amount.
The second incident involved an Amberpet resident who installed a malicious APK disguised as RBL credit card updates. This app also intercepted OTPs, leading to fraudulent transactions of ₹1,25,822. Police intervention revealed the funds were being used to purchase digital gift cards through Flipkart and Mobikwik. Orders were cancelled, ₹1,00,000 was refunded, and the malicious app was removed from the victim’s device.
Cybercrime officials emphasized the importance of the “golden hour” – the critical window immediately after a fraudulent transaction when reporting can enable banks to freeze or reverse payments. They warned that malicious APKs often request permissions to access SMS messages, OTPs, and initiate e-commerce purchases, making them a potent tool for cybercriminals.
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