Hyderabad Fake Samsung Mobile Scam Busted: 4 Arrested for Cheating 3,800 People with Parcel Fraud
Hyderabad fake Samsung mobile scam busted as police arrest 4 accused who cheated 3,800 people by sending fake parcels instead of smartphones.
In a major crackdown, Hyderabad police busted a fake Samsung mobile scam and arrested four accused who cheated over 3,800 people through parcel fraud. The gang lured victims with low-cost smartphone offers and sent fake items instead of mobile phones.
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The operation was carried out jointly by the Task Force Shamshabad Zone and Rajendranagar Police.
How the Fake Samsung Mobile Scam Worked
The accused used a well-planned method to target innocent customers:
- Offered Samsung smartphones at very low prices (around ₹3,500)
- Contacted people through tele-calling using collected mobile data
- Collected orders and payments from customers
- Sent parcels containing Bluetooth speakers, glasses, or other items instead of phones
This Hyderabad fake Samsung mobile scam continued for years, cheating thousands of people.
Over 3,800 Victims Cheated
Police revealed that:
- The gang started operations in 2021
- Around 3,880 people were cheated
- Huge amounts of money were collected through fraud
The scam expanded from Bengaluru to Hyderabad and nearby areas.
Accused Details
The arrested accused include:
- S. Vijay Kumar (33) – Main accused from Bengaluru
- Y. Shiva Kumar (31) – Resident of Hyderabad
- Moddin (32) – Office boy
- Shashikant (22) – Office boy
Another accused, Manjula from Bengaluru, is currently absconding.
Items Seized by Police
During the raid, police seized:
- 2 monitors, 1 laptop, 2 CPUs
- Printer and hard disk
- 4 mobile phones and 27 landline phones
- 30 Bluetooth speakers, 133 tumblers
- Around 150 boxes of herbal products
- 51 SIM cards (Airtel, Vodafone, BSNL)
- ₹1.4 lakh cash
These items were used to run the fraud operation.
Modus Operandi of the Gang
The mastermind Vijay Kumar reportedly got the idea after being cheated in a similar scam.
- He set up a fake call center
- Hired tele-callers through job apps
- Purchased mobile number databases
- Used postal services to send fake parcels
The gang used these tactics to run the scam smoothly and avoid suspicion.
Police Action and Investigation
The accused were arrested by Task Force teams and handed over to Rajendranagar Police Station for further investigation.
- Case registered against all accused
- Search ongoing for absconding member
- Investigation underway to identify more victims
Major Cyber Fraud Busted in Hyderabad
The Hyderabad fake Samsung mobile scam busted with 4 arrests and 3,800 victims highlights the growing threat of online and parcel frauds.
Authorities have urged people to be cautious while purchasing products online and avoid deals that seem too good to be true.
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