Jammu, May 25, 2026 : Jammu and Kashmir Police have issued a fresh cyber safety advisory warning citizens against fake online discounts, flashy advertisements and fraudulent shopping offers being circulated by cyber criminals to target unsuspecting users.
According to the advisory, cyber fraudsters are increasingly using fake โlimited-time dealsโ, massive discount offers and attractive advertisements on social media platforms to create panic and urgency among online shoppers, forcing them to click suspicious links and make payments without proper verification.
Police said such scams are designed to steal banking credentials, confidential personal information and money through fake websites, cloned shopping portals and malicious payment gateways.
The advisory urged people to remain vigilant while shopping online and carefully verify every offer before making any payment. Citizens were also advised not to open suspicious links shared through SMS, WhatsApp messages, online advertisements or social media posts.
Authorities further appealed to the public to stay alert against deals that appear โtoo good to be trueโ and use only trusted and verified platforms for online shopping and financial transactions.
โFake discounts and unbelievable online offers are common tricks used by cyber criminals to cheat people. Users must remain vigilant and avoid falling prey to such frauds,โ the advisory stated.
J&K Police also advised citizens to immediately report any cyber fraud, suspicious online transaction or scam by dialling the National Cyber Helpline 1930 or through the official cybercrime reporting portal.
