The Cybercrime Police Station in Hyderabad has successfully facilitated the refund of Rs 62,46,900 to victims of online fraud through court orders. As of February 19, 2025, the refunds were processed across 16 different cases.
Fraudsters employed various tactics, including stock trading and investment scams, FedEx and money laundering fraud, loan fraud, and impersonation fraud, to deceive victims and extract money from them. Eight victims fell prey to stock trading and investment scams, where fraudsters promised substantial profits, leading to a court-ordered refund of Rs 12,16,773.
Six victims were duped through FedEx and money laundering scams, where scammers posed as officials threatening legal action, resulting in a refund of Rs 47,85,759. One victim of loan fraud was misled into believing they were securing a loan and lost money, later refunded Rs 1,24,334. Another victim was deceived through a fake company invoice in an impersonation fraud case, receiving a refund of Rs 1,20,221.
The refunds were processed following orders from the Magistrate of the XII ACMM Court, Anusha, who was leading the initiative alongside the Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police teams in collaboration with banks. Officials continue to urge citizens to stay vigilant against cyber fraud and report suspicious activities promptly. The Hyderabad police remain committed to tracking down cybercriminals and ensuring justice for fraud victims.
