Students cautioned about ‘pocket money’ offers by cyber fraudsters

The Thrissur City police have issued a warning about a new cyber fraud tactic targeting students, where scammers offer large sums of money in exchange for bank account details. The police shared information about the “pocket money mafia” on social media to raise awareness. Students are being lured with promises of easy money, leading them to disclose their account details. The police warned of serious consequences for those who fall for these scams, as fraudsters can use their information to commit crimes. Students are urged to be vigilant and protect their personal information to avoid becoming victims of these fraudulent schemes.