Telangana Alert: Instant Loan Scam Turns into Blackmail, Phone Data Stolen
Instant loan scams in Telangana are leading to phone data theft and blackmail. Hyderabad sees multiple cases involving fake loan apps and APK files.
Hyderabad: Cases of instant loan fraud in Telangana are rising rapidly, with cyber criminals using fake loan apps to steal mobile data and blackmail victims. Attractive online ads promising instant loans without documents are trapping people across Hyderabad and nearby areas.
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Several recent incidents show how a single click on an unknown loan link can put a person’s privacy, money, and reputation at risk.
How the Instant Loan Scam Works
Cyber criminals promote fake loan offers on social media with messages like:
- Get instant loan without documents
- Easy EMI repayment
- Limited-time offer
Once users click the link, they are asked to download an APK file. This file is actually malware.
After installation:
- Full access to phone data is taken
- Photos, contacts, and messages are stolen
- Victims are blackmailed using edited images and threats
Real Incidents Reported in Hyderabad
In one case, a 26-year-old woman in Hyderabad downloaded a loan app from a WhatsApp link. Within minutes, cyber criminals accessed her phone data and forced her to pay over Rs 1 lakh for a loan of just a few thousand rupees.
In another incident:
- A software engineer from Gachibowli lost Rs 8 lakh
- A student from Uppal was mentally harassed using fake screenshots claiming his photos were uploaded on adult websites
Police Warning on Loan App Blackmail
Cyber Crime officials said these fake loan apps:
- Gain control of phones through malware
- Misuse permissions for gallery, contacts, and call logs
- Use fear and shame to extort money
Police advised citizens to never trust unverified loan ads on social media.
What You Should Do to Stay Safe
Follow these safety steps:
- Do not download APK files from unknown links
- Never allow apps to access photos or contacts unnecessarily
- If trapped, do not panic or pay money
- Change bank passwords immediately
- Call 1930 cybercrime helpline or report online
Public Awareness Message
Actress Sreeleela also warned people to avoid suspicious loan links, saying that one careless click can endanger both personal dignity and life.
Final Warning for Telangana Citizens
The instant loan scam in Telangana is spreading fast, especially in urban areas. Authorities urge people to stay alert, think before clicking unknown links, and report cyber fraud immediately.
Staying cautious online is the best protection against loan app blackmail and mobile data theft.
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