Can someone steal money with a phone call?

The fraudsters are alleged to have called to distract them from reading their messages, while siphoning off their money. The messages would have alerted the victims about money being debited from their account.

Can robocalls steal your money?

The caller may even have your name and an old password of yours. Once you’re hooked, they’ll send you to a fake website to steal your money or collect your personal information, or they may fool you into giving it to them directly over the phone.

What should I do if I receive a call from Bank?

If you receive a call from your bank (or anyone pretending to be from a reputed company) asking for your personal or bank details, disconnect the call. Report the number to your bank. If you are using Truecaller app on your phone, tag the number as ‘Fraud’ so that it gets updated in the app’s database and other Truecaller users know about it.

What can I do if someone has stolen money from me?

If someone has stolen money and you want him held criminally responsible – and hopefully return the money – you normally need to contact the police to file a complaint. This includes filling out a police report, and presenting the evidence that you have. If the stolen money wasn’t yours, a less-effective option is to contact the police anonymously.

Can you sue someone for stealing your money?

If you are unable to have a person charged, or even if they are charged, there is no guarantee that your stolen money will be returned to you. In this case, you can sue the thief in a civil suit, rather than a criminal case, to get your money back.

Can I get my money back from a fraudulent transaction?

You may be able to recover some or all of your money. However, you generally must notify your bank or credit card company within 30 days of the transaction. Your credit or debit card has a customer service number on the back.