Pune: 76 Year Old Woman Duped Of ₹74 Lakh In Cyber Fraud After False Money Laundering Claim
Pune: Eight Held In ₹22 Crore Online Trading Scam Targeting Elderly Resident
Pune, November 5, 2025 — A 76-year-old woman from Shaniwar Peth was defrauded of ₹74 lakh in a sophisticated cyber scam after being falsely told she was involved in a money laundering case.
According to the police, the incident occurred between September 18 and October 8, 2025. The fraudsters reportedly posed as officials from enforcement agencies and contacted the complainant, claiming her bank account was linked to illegal transactions.
They convinced her that she could clear her name by cooperating with their “investigation” and transferring money for verification.
Under pressure and fear of legal consequences, the woman followed their instructions and transferred a total of ₹74 lakh to multiple accounts. Later, when she realised she had been deceived, she approached the Cyber Police Station and filed a complaint.
Police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and Information Technology Act. Efforts are underway to trace and arrest the suspects.
Authorities have once again urged citizens to remain vigilant and not share personal or financial details over phone calls or emails from unknown persons claiming to be government officials.
