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Crime
Woman Harassed via Fake Instagram Account in Hyderabad's Film Nagar
✍️ Telangana Today
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 04:17 AM
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A woman in Film Nagar, Hyderabad, reported harassment after a fake Instagram profile was used to target her.
A resident of Film Nagar in Hyderabad disclosed that she was subjected to online harassment after a counterfeit Instagram account was created in her name. The fake profile posted messages and images that the woman described as offensive and threatening, prompting her to raise the issue with local authorities.
According to the police, the woman first noticed the fraudulent account when friends alerted her to the suspicious activity. She promptly filed a complaint, providing screenshots and details of the account to aid the investigation.
Law enforcement officials have opened a case under the Information Technology Act and are tracing the digital footprints to identify the perpetrator. They have assured the public that they will take appropriate legal action once the suspect is apprehended.
The incident underscores the growing concern over social‑media misuse. Officials advise users to regularly audit their online presence, report fake accounts immediately, and avoid sharing personal information that could be exploited for harassment.
According to the police, the woman first noticed the fraudulent account when friends alerted her to the suspicious activity. She promptly filed a complaint, providing screenshots and details of the account to aid the investigation.
Law enforcement officials have opened a case under the Information Technology Act and are tracing the digital footprints to identify the perpetrator. They have assured the public that they will take appropriate legal action once the suspect is apprehended.
The incident underscores the growing concern over social‑media misuse. Officials advise users to regularly audit their online presence, report fake accounts immediately, and avoid sharing personal information that could be exploited for harassment.