Fake ECI officials target elderly Pune residents in separate cyber frauds

Two elderly residents in Pune were allegedly targeted in separate cyber fraud incidents by individuals posing as officials from the Election Commission of India. In the first instance, a 78-year-old resident was allegedly cheated of over Rs 8 lakh after being told his documents did not match. In the second case, an 80-year-old retired employee was allegedly defrauded of Rs 5 lakh under the pretext of updating his voter identification card.

During the first incident, the perpetrator allegedly sent a malicious link to the victim, allowing unauthorized access to his mobile phone. In the second incident, the accused instructed the victim to download an APK file, which enabled the fraudster to compromise banking passwords and transfer funds remotely. Both victims lost money through digital manipulation after being contacted by individuals impersonating election authorities.

Law enforcement authorities registered formal cases in connection with both frauds at local police stations in Pune. The first case was lodged at the Mundhwa police station, while the second was registered at the Lakshminagar police station. Investigations into both incidents are currently underway by the police to identify and trace the unidentified suspects.

Not yet reported: The articles do not mention whether the stolen funds have been recovered or if the suspects have been identified or located.