Kolkata Woman Arrested for Credit Card Fraud
Nafisha Ali, 23, a resident of Karaya in Kolkata, was arrested for defrauding SBI credit card customers by deceitfully obtaining their details under the pretext of updating KYC documents, police reported on November 12.
Modus Operandi
Ali contacted multiple SBI credit card holders, offering help with their KYC (Know Your Customer) updates. She visited customers' homes, took control of their mobile phones, and then illegitimately transferred funds from their credit card accounts to her own.
Police Action and Investigation
- Arrest took place on Tuesday afternoon near Kasba police station.
- A fraud case linked to Ali was registered in July at Park Street police station.
- The total amount defrauded is approximately Rs 4.7 lakh.
- Authorities are investigating potential involvement of other individuals and tracing the misappropriated funds.
"Ali contacted several SBI credit card customers, offering KYC document update assistance. She would take control of their mobile phones and fraudulently transfer funds to her own account."
This case highlights the risks associated with fraudsters exploiting KYC processes to deceive customers.
Author's summary: Nafisha Ali was arrested in Kolkata for defrauding SBI credit card customers by exploiting KYC update procedures, stealing Rs 4.7 lakh and prompting an ongoing detailed investigation.