Miscreant Personifies as Assam DGP on Facebook; Sends Friend Request

A Silchar resident falls victim to an impersonation scam involving Assam's DGP GP Singh via Facebook Messenger.

Oct 3, 2023 - 16:54
Oct 3, 2023 - 16:55
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Miscreant Personifies as Assam DGP on Facebook; Sends Friend Request
Miscreant Personifies as Assam DGP on Facebook; Sends Friend Request

In a distressing incident, a resident of Silchar was targeted by an impersonation scam featuring Assam's DGP, GP Singh, on Facebook Messenger. The resident received a friend suggestion, sent a request, and interacted with the impersonator posing as GP Singh.

The impersonator then asked for the resident's phone number and subsequently sent dubious messages promoting a fraudulent furniture sale.

The resident identified the deception, promptly blocking and unfriending the fake account, underscoring the importance of online caution.

The impersonator's profile employed official images and reached out to random accounts, demonstrating a clear intent to exploit unsuspecting individuals.

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