Investment scams drive most cybercrime losses in Telangana

Investment scams are causing many of the money losses from cybercrime in Telangana.

People may be tricked into believing that they can make money through stock trading or business investments.

Criminals first try to gain a victim’s trust.

Then they use fear, greed or urgency to persuade the person to send money.

Some scam groups work from outside India.

They may use call centres where people speak the victim’s language.

These groups can be difficult for investigators to trace because they operate across countries and time zones.

Officials said people can avoid many scams by being more careful and informed.