How a WhatsApp reply to ‘boss’ cost an accountant Rs 56 lakh
Tuesday, 24 December 2024 () CFOs and CAOs must verify funds release requests via WhatsApp through audio or in person to avoid fraud. A tech company's CAO transferred Rs 56 lakh to scammers posing as the MD. Police tracked the money trail to Hyderabad and arrested six involved in the syndicate, including the gang leader, Grishma. Investigations are ongoing to recover the remaining funds.