Goa Cyber Crime: Criminals Make Fake WhatsApp Accounts of Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho, MLA Nilesh Cabral Requesting Money From People; Probe Underway
Goa's Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho and BJP MLA Nilesh Cabral have been targeted by cyber fraudsters who have allegedly created their fake profiles on WhatsApp and have been asking for money from people.
Panaji, October 24: Goa's Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho and BJP MLA Nilesh Cabral have been targeted by cyber fraudsters who have allegedly created their fake profiles on WhatsApp and have been asking for money from people.
BJP leader Godinho said a police complaint has been lodged in connection with his fake WhatsApp account. In a post on his Facebook page late Wednesday evening, Godinho said a false message has been circulated using his name and image on WhatsApp requesting for money through an Amazon Pay e-gift card. Gurugram Cyber Fraud: Deputy Bank Manager, Aide Arrested for Providing Bank Accounts to Cyber Criminals.
Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho Targeted by Cyber Criminals
Fake Message Circulated in Name of BJP MLA Nilesh Cabral
"The message is fraudulent and I strongly condemn such malicious activities," he said. The minister said an official complaint has been lodged with the Vasco police and the matter is under investigation. "I urge everyone to remain vigilant and not to engage with any suspicious requests," he said. TRAI Warns About Fraudulent Messages and Calls, Advises To Stay Safe and Report Suspicious Activity.
In a similar cyber fraud, a fake WhatsApp account with an image of Curchorem MLA Cabral has also been created to seek money from people. Cabral, the former state PWD minister, on Thursday said his supporters have informed him about it and he will soon lodge a formal police complaint.
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