Archive · 18 Jul 2026
SP Warns Public About Fake Loan Apps
The police in Mahabubabad district have warned people about fake loan apps and websites that trick people into giving their personal and bank details.
These fake apps promise quick loans but ask for money upfront and then disappear.
The police say that in 2026, 95 people have been tricked out of ₹14,59,337.
They advise people not to trust loan offers from social media or unknown messages, not to share their bank details, and to report any fraud immediately to the cybercrime helpline.
The police also remind everyone that real loans from the government do not ask for advance fees.
SP Dr Shabarish warns about a rise in cyber frauds through fake loan apps and websites.
Fraudsters collect sensitive personal and banking details, demanding payments under various pretexts.
95 complaints registered in Mahabubabad district in 2026, with victims losing ₹14,59,337.
PM Mudra Loan is a government scheme; applications should be made through authorized banks or official portals.
Public advised to avoid unknown links, not share OTP or bank details, and report fraud immediately.
- Who
- Mahabubabad District Superintendent of Police Dr Shabarish
- What
- Warning about fake loan apps and cyber frauds
- When
- 2026, with specific data for June 2026
- Where
- Mahabubabad district, Warangal
- Why
- To caution the public against cyber frauds and provide precautionary measures
- Total Complaints in 2026
- 95
- Total Loss in 2026
- ₹14,59,337
- Complaints in June 2026
- 16
- Loss in June 2026
- ₹1,96,000
- Cybercrime Helpline
- 1930
- Official Complaint Portal
- www.cybercrime.gov.in