Fake Delhi DCP dupes Ameerpet man of Rs. 53 lakhs in money laundering fraud
Hyderabad: A 77-year-old resident of Ameerpet, Hyderabad, was defrauded of ₹53 lakh in a sophisticated scam involving impersonation of a senior police officer from Delhi.
On June 18, the victim received a call from a man identifying himself as Rajveer Kumar, also known as G Kumar, who claimed to be a Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) with the Delhi Police. The caller, dressed in a police uniform during video calls, told the victim that a money laundering case (Case No. 92/2025) had been registered against him and that his bank accounts were under investigation.
The fraudster alleged that an arrest warrant had been issued and that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) was verifying financial records. Using fear tactics, he convinced the victim to transfer his entire life savings, ₹53 lakhs, to a specified bank account, claiming the money would be returned after verification.
To make the fraud appear legitimate, the scammer sent forged documents over WhatsApp, including an RBI acknowledgment letter, a Supreme Court order to freeze accounts, a fund supervision certificate, and a law enforcement inspection notice. Trusting the documents and fearing legal trouble, the victim complied. The fraud came to light only later, prompting the victim to approach the Cyber Crimes Police and file a formal complaint.
Public Advisory by Cyber Crimes Police, Hyderabad:
- No police officer or agency will ever ask for money transfers for verification.
- The RBI and Supreme Court do not issue freezing orders via phone or WhatsApp.
- Do not respond to unknown callers claiming to be police or government officials.
- Always verify such claims with the local police.
- Be cautious of documents sent over WhatsApp or email; fraudsters often use fake seals and logos.
- Preserve all communication, including messages, call records, and payment proofs.
Victims of cyber fraud should immediately dial 1930 or visit cybercrime.gov.in. For emergencies, contact 8712665171 via call or WhatsApp.