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The fake SEBI officer

A caller says your demat is under investigation and asks for a deposit to avoid a freeze.

What it looks like (invented example)

I'm a SEBI officer. Your demat is under investigation. Pay ₹25,000 security deposit to avoid freeze.

How it works

  1. 1

    Someone claims to be from SEBI, an exchange or the police.

  2. 2

    They threaten a freeze or arrest.

  3. 3

    They ask for a deposit or ‘verification’ payment.