A recent cyber fraud incident in Mumbai has come to light, where a 73-year-old retired officer from the Maharashtra Port Department was duped of ₹1.4 crore by fraudsters posing as officials from the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) and the Ministry of Finance. The scammers contacted the victim, claiming to assist him in claiming his pending Provident Fund dues. They used fake documents and identities to gain his trust and convinced him to transfer funds under various pretexts over several months. The fraud was reported to the Western Cyber Cell, and an investigation is underway.

This case highlights the increasing sophistication of cybercriminals who exploit the trust of senior citizens by impersonating government officials and using forged documents. Authorities urge the public to remain vigilant and verify the authenticity of such communications, especially when financial transactions are involved.

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