Cyber fraud alert: Fake social media shops duping Kashmiris ahead of Eid [Video]

Keeping in view the forthcoming Eid-ul-Fitr festival, fraudsters have created fake shopping profiles on social media to deceive people, especially women in Kashmir, in the name selling different items online.

After receiving multiple complaints regarding these fraudulent pages, the police issued an advisory warning against purchasing online products from such unverified sources.

In South Kashmir’s Anantnag district, the police specifically cautioned residents against fraudulent social media profiles and pages operating under the name “Lady Hut.” These fake accounts have been set up to defraud unsuspecting buyers, particularly during the festive season of Eid-ul-Fitr.

It has been observed that these fraudulent pages promote counterfeit products and collect payments through unauthorized bank accounts and UPI addresses, exploiting public trust.

To prevent falling victim to such scams, the public is advised to follow these precautions: