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Dozens of Families Fall Victim to SIM Card Scam in Khulna

Khulna: Dozens of families in the Shiromoni Gila tla area of Khulna have been victims of a scam involving free SIM cards and attractive offers. After registering SIMs using their National ID cards and biometric information, the scammers are using those SIMs to commit cybercrimes such as online fraud, extortion, and ransom demands.

Incident Details:

• On March 13th, a young man named Rakib visited the Gila tla area, promising free SIM cards to attract residents.
• Using offers to lure them in, he collected National ID cards and biometric information from 50-60 people, including Laily Begum, to register SIM cards.
• Shortly after, citing unclear fingerprints as an excuse, he left without giving SIMs to most people.
• A SIM card registered under Laily Begum’s name was used by Rakibul Islam Rakib from Dinajpur to commit online fraud and steal 8,000 taka.
• Rakib filed a fraud case against Laily Begum.
• The affected families have filed complaints with the Khan Jahan Ali police station.

Expert Opinions:

• Punam Chakraborty, Assistant Professor at the Department of Law, Khulna University, said, “This type of scam is very alarming. Ordinary people need to be more aware.”
• Mohammad Tajul Islam, Deputy Police Commissioner (South) of Khulna Metropolitan Police, said, “Criminals are committing crimes in various ways. The police are working to identify the culprits. No one will get away with committing crimes.”

Precautions:

• Do not be tempted by offers of free SIM cards.
• Do not share National ID cards and biometric information with strangers.
• Carefully verify everything before registering a SIM card.
• If you suspect any suspicious activity regarding your SIM card, report it to the authorities immediately.

This incident highlights how scammers are devising new methods to deceive people. Everyone needs to be aware and exercise caution.