‘SIM Swap’ Scam: Few Missed Calls And Money Gone

Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Mohit Bisht

A new scam called ‘SIM Swap’ is on the rise.

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This involves issuing victim’s duplicate SIM card, and then using it to get OTPs, etc.

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Scammers first steal your personal information; then issue new SIM by pretending to be you.

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This recently happened to a lawyer in Delhi after she received three missed calls.

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Later, she received a text that her money was deducted from her bank.

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The victim never shared any OTP, but did share her address.

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Police found phishing links, and unsolicited UPI registration texts on her phone.

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To be safe, immediately inform telecom operator if your SIM stops working.

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Use SIM card lock to secure it.

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