Hyderabad: Chinese loan app companies are trying out new ways to lure the gullible into a debt trap. Police identified a few companies that are looking to set up call centres in Hyderabad. During an investigation conducted by the cybercrime police, crucial information about the counterfeit companies moving to position themselves in major cities came to light.
China-backed loan app companies are planning to set up call centres in the city. At present, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Mumbai and Rajasthan are hotspots for cybercrimes in the country. Even the rural youth here are making money off online scams. Of late, they have been shifting their base to escape increased police surveillance.
A recent cybercrime investigation led by Rachakonda police found that there are similar fraudulent gangs in Chennai and Coimbatore. Following the success of their schemes in those areas, they have extended their operations to Hyderabad, Vijayawada and Visakhapatnam. Recently, three Nepalis were arrested by the cybercrime police of Rachakonda. On investigation, it was identified that they have tried to set up a tele-calling centre in the city. The police are probing into the case based on the contacts found on the accused phones.
