A courier delivery scam cost a Mohali, Punjab, woman thousands of rupees. Shefali Chaudhary lost Rs 80,000 in the scam where false delivery agents transmit harmful links..
So how does the courier delivery scam work? Tricksters send bogus packages as delivery agents. Shefali received an SMS requesting Rs 5 for “handling charges” to get her item. They phoned her to confirm the address. When she attempted to pay Rs 5, Rs 40,000 was taken twice!
Remember this to avoid the courier delivery scam:
Real couriers won't charge you before delivering your items.
Not before obtaining the package, you'd pay any fees.
Before paying, verify with friends and family about pending orders.Always avoid clicking on links from unfamiliar sources, particularly foreign ones. These URLs might drain your money account and install malware.
Protect personal data! Avoid providing Aadhar or driving license information with delivery persons. It’s easy to protect your personal info. Remember the golden rule: if anything sounds too good to be true, it generally is. Be vigilant and double-check before giving your money. This is the finest protection against these sneaky schemes!
Conclusion
Indians are becoming victims of a new courier delivery scam. Fraudsters give victims fraudulent URLs as delivery agents. This swindle cost Mohali resident Shefali Chaudhary Rs 80,000. The scammers deliver bogus shipments and demand Rs 5 for “handling charges” to get her parcel. Shefali swiped her bank account twice to pay Rs 40,000. To avoid these frauds, remember that reputable couriers don’t need money before delivery. Not before getting the package, pay any fees. Before paying, verify orders with friends and relatives. Clicking on links from unfamiliar sources, particularly foreign ones, might deplete your money account and install malware. Avoid giving random delivery persons your Aadhar or driving license information, and remember that if it seems too good to be true, it usually is.
