• Fraudsters created a fake website mimicking a well-known company.
• Victims searching for customer support found the fake website and called the fraudsters.
• They were charged for non-existent services, and their financial data was stolen.

Call Centre Busted in Gurugram (December 2024)

Steps of the Fraud:

Fraudsters created a fake website mimicking a well-known accounting firm.

Callers tricked U.S. citizens into making payments for fake tech support and tax services.

Scam involved a sophisticated team structure, including sales, complaints, and refund handlers.

Raid & Arrests: 18 people, including eight women and the call center manager, were arrested, and 17 computer systems were seized. Source: Tribune India