मस्जिदों में चंदा-ज़कात देने के नाम पर इमामों का ही पैसा लूटा, साइबर फ्रॉड का धार्मिक वर्जन

According to a report by TV9 Bharatvarsh, a group of cybercriminals in Hyderabad has targeted local mosque imams in a sophisticated financial scam. The perpetrators allegedly posed as Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) offering to donate Zakat—a mandatory form of Islamic almsgiving—to the religious leaders. By gaining the trust of the victims through these fraudulent offers, the scammers successfully defrauded the imams of their personal funds.

Authorities have identified that at least five individuals were targeted in this specific operation. The incident highlights a growing trend of cyber-fraudsters utilizing religious and charitable themes to manipulate victims into sharing sensitive financial information or transferring money under the guise of receiving donations.

Local law enforcement is currently investigating the case, though no arrests have been publicly confirmed at this stage. The incident serves as a reminder for community leaders and the public to remain vigilant against unsolicited financial offers, particularly those involving digital transactions and claims of international charitable contributions.