CBI asks people to be cautious on scams misusing its officers’ names, designations

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday sounded an alert asking people to be cautious about scams misusing the names and designations of senior CBI Officers. In a statement, the premier investigating agency said the fake documents carrying signatures of officers, including CBI Director coupled with fake warrants or summons are circulated to commit frauds, especially on the internet, emails and WhatsApp etc. “Publicly available CBI logo is misused by some criminals as their display picture to make calls, mainly through WhatsApp, to extort money.

Public is advised to be cautious and not fall prey to such scams. Any such attempt should be immediately reported to the local police,” the CBI said in the statement..