Cyber criminals are now targeting even banking professionals. In a shocking incident from Ajmer, a private bank manager was duped of ₹29 lakh through forged documents and impersonation.
Location: Ajmer, Rajasthan
Bank: A private sector bank
Fraud Amount: ₹29 lakh
Method Used: Fake company letterhead and forged signatures
Investigating Agency: Ajmer Cyber Police
The fraud began with a phone call to bank manager Abhishek Maheshwari.
The caller claimed to be a representative of a private company, saying they urgently needed to transfer funds but had run out of cheques.
A follow-up email with the company’s letterhead and authorized signatures was sent to the bank.
The manager cross-verified the documents with the bank’s internal records.
Everything appeared legitimate, so he proceeded to transfer ₹29 lakh in three installments to the account mentioned in the email.
Later, when the real company was contacted, they denied making any such request.
The documents were found to be completely fake, and the bank realized it had been defrauded.
Ajmer Cyber Police has registered the case and begun an investigation.
Authorities are working to trace the source of the forged documents and identify the account where the money was sent.
Bank staff across the region are being advised to remain alert and follow strict verification protocols.
Always verify requests through official company contacts or registered communication channels before acting.
Do not just match signatures and letterheads with bank records—personally contact an authorized representative of the company to confirm authenticity.
For large financial transactions, ensure there is a mandatory approval process involving at least two officials.
This incident proves that no one is immune to cybercrime—not even trained banking professionals. In today’s digital age, vigilance and robust verification systems are the key to preventing such costly scams.
