Hyderabad ATM Fraud: Fake PhonePe Screenshots Used to Cheat ₹46,000, Accused Arrested in Chandrayagutta
Hyderabad ATM fraud case: Chandrayagutta Police arrest accused for cheating ₹46,000 using fake PhonePe screenshots. Cash and mobile seized, police issue alert.
In a major Hyderabad ATM fraud case, the Chandrayagutta Police arrested Abdullah Obaid Al Kateri on April 18, 2026, for cheating people using fake PhonePe screenshots at ATM centres.
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The accused allegedly targeted customers at ATMs, showing fake UPI transaction screenshots to gain trust and then collected cash. Police confirmed that a total of ₹46,000 was cheated in four separate cases.
How the ATM Fraud Was Carried Out
According to police investigation, the accused used an attention diversion technique:
- Targeted people depositing or withdrawing cash at ATMs
- Showed fake PhonePe or Google Pay screenshots
- Claimed money transfer was successful or delayed due to “network issues”
- Collected cash from victims and fled
This method allowed him to cheat unsuspecting individuals during busy hours at ATM centres.
Seizure and Arrest Details
Police recovered the following from the accused:
- ₹10,000 cash
- One mobile phone used in fraud
The accused was apprehended at the same ATM location based on credible information and CCTV analysis.
Previous Cases Linked to ATM Fraud Accused
During investigation, police found the accused’s involvement in multiple similar frauds:
- December 2025 (Secunderabad): ₹35,000 cheated using fake Google Pay transaction
- July 2024 (Malkajgiri): ₹28,000 cheated via fake UPI screenshot; ₹8,000 seized
- October 2023: ₹52,000 fraud using “PhonePe failed” excuse
Police also discovered details of five cases stored on the accused’s mobile phone.
Police Warning on Rising ATM Attention Diversion Frauds
Authorities warned that ATM attention diversion frauds in Hyderabad are increasing rapidly. These scams mostly occur during peak hours when victims are distracted.
Safety Tips for ATM Users
Police issued important guidelines to avoid such frauds:
- Always verify UPI transactions on your own mobile phone
- Do not trust screenshots shown by unknown persons
- Check for fake fonts, unusual QR codes, or edited images
- Avoid dealing with strangers inside ATM centres
- Report suspicious activity immediately to police
Hyderabad Police Intensify Action Against ATM Fraud
The Hyderabad ATM fraud case involving fake PhonePe screenshots, where ₹46,000 was cheated in four cases, highlights a growing threat in the city. With the arrest of Abdullah Obaid Al Kateri, police have urged citizens to stay alert and verify all digital transactions carefully to prevent such scams.
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