Fraudsters set up illegal VoIP-based call centers.
Target victims from the US, UK, and Canada, pretending to be tech support or banks.
Payments extracted via gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfers.

Kolkata Call Centre Scam Targeting Foreign Nationals (2024)

Details:

• Kolkata police uncovered a sophisticated scam involving fake call centres that targeted citizens of countries like France, Germany, the USA, and Australia.
• Scammers used VoIP technology to contact foreign nationals, posing as tech support or service providers.
• They deceived victims into believing their services were required, obtaining personal and financial information, and causing significant financial losses.
• The operation was corporate-styled, offering high pay, benefits, and even appraisals to employees, making it appear legitimate.