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Crime
Jammu & Kashmir Police Alert Public to Fake Shopping Ads Driving Online Fraud
✍️ Kashmir Life
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 01:33 PM
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The Jammu & Kashmir police have issued a warning about fraudulent shopping advertisements being used to lure victims in online scams.
The Jammu & Kashmir police have released an advisory cautioning residents about fake shopping advertisements that are being employed in online fraud schemes. According to the notice, scammers circulate promotional offers that appear to be genuine retail deals, but the links direct users to fraudulent websites or request personal and financial information.
Authorities emphasized that these deceptive ads often surface on social media platforms and messaging apps, targeting consumers with promises of deep discounts or exclusive products. Victims who follow the links may end up paying money to non‑existent sellers or exposing sensitive data.
The police urged the public to verify the authenticity of any online shopping offer, avoid clicking on suspicious links, and report any such advertisements to the nearest police station or through the official cyber‑crime helpline. The advisory aims to curb the rising trend of digital scams in the region.
Officials also reminded citizens that legitimate retailers typically do not request payment through unconventional channels and that any request for personal details should be treated with caution. Continuous public awareness is being promoted to protect consumers from financial loss.
Authorities emphasized that these deceptive ads often surface on social media platforms and messaging apps, targeting consumers with promises of deep discounts or exclusive products. Victims who follow the links may end up paying money to non‑existent sellers or exposing sensitive data.
The police urged the public to verify the authenticity of any online shopping offer, avoid clicking on suspicious links, and report any such advertisements to the nearest police station or through the official cyber‑crime helpline. The advisory aims to curb the rising trend of digital scams in the region.
Officials also reminded citizens that legitimate retailers typically do not request payment through unconventional channels and that any request for personal details should be treated with caution. Continuous public awareness is being promoted to protect consumers from financial loss.