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KUWAIT CITY, Aug 5: A case of bank fraud has been registered at the Jahra Security Directorate and classified as a felony, after an unidentified scammer managed to siphon KD 2,730 from four separate bank accounts belonging to a Kuwaiti citizen. The case has been referred to the Commercial Affairs Prosecution and the Department of Electronic Investigations for further analysis and to trace the culprits behind the cyber theft.

According to a security source, the victim, a Kuwaiti woman born in 1968, filed a complaint at the Saad Al-Abdullah Police Station, reporting unexpected deductions across four different banks where she held accounts. The total amount stolen was KD 2,730.

The woman told police that she had received a call from an international number. The caller falsely claimed she had an account on a well-known online platform and instructed her to download a mobile application. Shortly afterward, she was shocked to discover that funds had been withdrawn from all her accounts.

Authorities are currently investigating how the fraudster gained unauthorized access to her banking credentials.

In light of the incident, a security source urged citizens and residents to exercise caution when dealing with unknown callers or messages, especially those requesting the download of unfamiliar apps or the clicking of suspicious links shared via social media or messaging platforms.

The source emphasized the importance of public awareness about cybersecurity threats, particularly for families with children. He warned that cybercriminals often exploit malicious applications, fake websites, and online games to infiltrate personal devices and steal sensitive data.

Citizens were also advised to install reputable antivirus software, cover webcams after use, and ensure that children comply with age restrictions for social media accounts and online gaming platforms to reduce exposure to cybercrimes, including bullying and identity theft.