Lucknow: In a swift and commendable operation, the Lucknow Police successfully recovered ₹9.98 lakh lost in a cyber fraud case involving a fake YONO update scam targeting an elderly resident.
The fraudsters, posing as bank officials, tricked the victim into sharing confidential banking details under the pretext of updating the YONO SBI application. Acting promptly on the complaint, the cyber cell froze the accused accounts within the crucial “golden hour,” ensuring full recovery of the रकम.
Fraud Executed Through Deception
The victim, Rajiv Verma, a resident of Rajajipuram, received a call from unknown individuals claiming to be bank representatives. They convinced him to update his YONO app and, during the conversation, extracted sensitive information such as login credentials and OTPs.
Using these details, the fraudsters carried out multiple transactions and siphoned off ₹9,98,012 from his bank account.
Swift Cyber Cell Action Ensures Recovery
Upon receiving the complaint, the cyber crime police station in Lucknow immediately initiated action under the supervision of Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (Crime) Kiran Yadav.
The team tracked the transactions in real time and managed to freeze the related bank accounts before the funds could be withdrawn or diverted further. After completing legal formalities, the entire fund was successfully credited back to the victim’s account.
The victim expressed gratitude to the police for recovering his life savings.
Advisory Issued to Citizens
Following the incident, police officials urged citizens to remain vigilant against such scams. Key precautions include:
- Banks never ask for OTPs, PINs, or passwords over phone calls
- Immediately disconnect suspicious calls claiming to be from banks
- Report frauds promptly on helpline 1930 or via the official portal cybercrime.gov.in
- Avoid clicking on unknown links or downloading suspicious files
Officials emphasized that timely reporting significantly increases the chances of recovering stolen funds.
The case highlights the growing threat of cyber frauds and the importance of awareness, while also showcasing how quick police response can prevent financial losses.
