In a recent scam in Hyderabad, a man was defrauded of ₹12 lakh after falling victim to a phone call from a fraudster posing as a FedEx official.

The scammer alleged that the man’s Aadhaar card had been misused in illegal activities, instilling fear and urgency. Exploiting the man’s concern, the scammer convinced him to transfer the money as a supposed verification or penalty fee to clear his name.The victim received the call from an individual claiming to be from FedEx, who asserted that a parcel linked to his Aadhaar card contained illegal substances.

The scammer warned of severe legal consequences and coerced the victim into transferring ₹12 lakh to various bank accounts to resolve the issue.Authorities in Hyderabad have launched an investigation into the incident, urging the public to remain vigilant against such fraudulent schemes. They emphasized that legitimate agencies will never demand money over the phone and advised individuals to verify the identity of callers before sharing personal or financial information.

This incident highlights the growing threat of identity theft and financial scams, prompting renewed calls for enhanced cybersecurity measures and public awareness to prevent similar cases in the future.