From creating fake sense of fear to luring victims with investment schemes, how criminals spread web of lies to loot online

From creating a sense of fear by threatening fake police cases to alluring people to invest in fraudulent stock market platforms, cyber fraudsters are on the prowl to dupe unsuspecting victims. Adopting different modus operandi, fraudsters are targeting the vulnerable with impunity as the Punjab Police’s Cyber Crime Division underline the need for the public to be vigilant and aware, and report cyber frauds in real time if they fall prey to it. The Cyber Crime police station in Mohali has even launched a fresh initiative where cyber fraud/crime victims, after giving their consent, share their stories and experiences to forewarn others.