Pune Cyber Fraud Alert: Citizens Lose ₹8.75 Lakhs to Fake RTO Challan, Unknown Links

• Pune residents defrauded of nearly ₹8.75 lakhs in two separate cyber fraud incidents.
• Fraudsters posed as RTO officials, claiming large pending challans, leading to a ₹5 lakh loss via IMPS.
• Another victim lost ₹3.83 lakhs after clicking an unknown link, giving fraudsters control of their bank account.
• Police urge caution: RTO or police never demand money in personal accounts; verify fines on Mparivahan.
• Do not click unknown links or share OTP/bank details; report cyber fraud immediately to 1930 or cybercrime.gov.in.

Why It Matters: Beware of fake RTO calls and unknown links; always verify official information and never share bank details.