If you receive a WhatsApp message claiming to be from the Regional Transport Office (RTO) with a traffic challan attached — do not open it. It could be a scam aimed at stealing money from your bank account.
Cyber fraudsters are sending fake traffic challans disguised as official messages from the RTO. These messages, often labeled “From RTO Office,” typically contain an attached file — usually an APK — that, once clicked, installs malware on the user’s device. This malware silently gives criminals access to your financial data, allowing them to empty your bank account within minutes.
The RTO office at Subhash Bridge has confirmed that it does not send challans via WhatsApp.
Subhash Bridge RTO Nirav Bakshi told Mirror, “No RTO office sends challans over WhatsApp. We’ve recently become aware of this fraud. While no formal complaint has been filed yet, we urge citizens to stay alert and avoid clicking on such suspicious messages.”
CID Crime Branch has begun investigating the scam. SP Dharmendra Sharma confirmed, “We’ve received complaints and are actively probing the matter.”
How to Stay Safe:
- Do not click on any files or links claiming to be RTO challans on WhatsApp.
- Verify traffic fines only on official government websites.
- Report suspicious messages to the cybercrime helpline at 1930 or visit www.cybercrime.gov.in.
Stay alert, and don’t let cybercriminals trick you out of your hard-earned money.