Ongole, Prakasam District:
Police officials have issued an alert following reports of an increase in online fraud cases targeting job seekers across Prakasam district. According to investigators, fraudsters have been posing as recruiters from reputed companies and demanding money from applicants under the pretext of processing fees and job placement charges.Authorities stated that several victims approached police after realizing that promised employment opportunities were fake. In many cases, victims were asked to transfer money through digital payment platforms after receiving fraudulent job offers via social media and messaging applications.Cybercrime experts explained that scammers often use professional-looking websites, fake appointment letters, and forged company logos to gain the trust of unsuspecting applicants. Once payments are received, the fraudsters become unreachable.Police have advised citizens to verify job offers directly with official company websites and avoid making payments for recruitment processes. Officials also recommended checking company credentials before sharing personal information online.A dedicated cybercrime awareness campaign has been launched to educate students, graduates, and job seekers about common online scams. Authorities emphasized that public awareness remains the most effective tool against cyber fraud.Investigators are working to trace the individuals behind the fraudulent activities and have urged victims to report cybercrime incidents immediately.