CYBER● ELEVATED2h ago · Oct 23, 2026, 1:57 PM
Fake WhatsApp account in Visakhapatnam Collector’s name used to solicit money
The Hindu · south asia
A fake WhatsApp account impersonating a Visakhapatnam Collector was used to solicit money, indicating an online scam operation. This highlights the risk of digital identity theft and financial fraud.
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