● Fraudsters pretend to be telecom representatives.
● They collect SIM details and request SIM swaps.
● Using OTP interception, they empty victims’ bank accounts.

Case 3: Noida Woman Loses ₹27 Lakh in SIM Card Fraud

A woman from Noida fell victim to a sophisticated SIM card scam involving a fake telecom
executive.
Step 1: Fake Customer Care Call
The fraudster, posing as a telecom executive, explained the benefits of switching to an eSIM for
security purposes.
Step 2: Sharing Verification Code
Convinced by the caller, the woman shared a verification code received via SMS.
Step 3: Unauthorized Bank Transactions
With access to her mobile banking, the fraudster broke her fixed deposit, transferred funds, and
even took out a loan in her name, amounting to a total loss of ₹27 lakh.
Step 4: Realization and Legal Action
After noticing the unauthorized transactions, she reported the fraud to the cybercrime police.