Cybercrime: Nagaland Police on the hunt for unknown accused

Kohima, February 17 (MTNews): Based on a written complaint, the State Cyber Crime Police Station, Kohima, has registered a case against unknown accused fraudsters going by the name “HPZ Tokens”, who have duped thousands of people throughout India amounting to crores of rupees. According to the police, the modus operandi of the scammers is to first lure the victims to invest in the company on the pretext of doubling their investment by an app called HPZ Token. “Initially, some investors received returns from their investments made,” the police said. The victims are further asked to introduce more investors with the lure to get additional incentives or bonuses apart from their investments i.e. downline commission. The mode of payment by the investors is through an app downloaded from the HPZ Token website in virtual payment addresses. Police said that the scam in Nagaland started around June 2021 and by August 2021, the fraudsters stopped the payments and their website was not accessible
In this connection, the police have asked the public at large to volunteer and share information, if any, with regard to the above allegation. “The Identity of the informant, if desired, will be kept Confidential. Information regarding this may kindly be shared at mobile number +91 8413980982,” the police added.
The police further cautioned the public about widespread cybercrimes committed in the country and in Nagaland. “The public is requested not to share bank details/OTPs with anyone and avoid the transfer of money to unknown persons/accounts, even if they appear genuine, without clear confirmation,” the police advised. It further cautioned the public that cybercrime is a highly organized crime and everyone need to remain vigilant.