Jammu Kashmir Police Warns of Fake Income Tax Refund Messages on WhatsApp

Police officials in Jammu and Kashmir have issued a warning after a rise in fake WhatsApp messages that claim to provide income tax refunds. The messages, which often include a phone number and a link to a payment portal, are designed to trick users into sending money or personal details. Authorities advise residents to verify any refund notice through the official Income Tax Department website or by calling the official helpline. They also recommend deleting suspicious messages and reporting them to the police.

The Jammu and Kashmir Police have urged citizens to remain vigilant and to share the warning with friends and family to prevent further scams. The department has set up a dedicated channel for reporting such fraudulent messages and is working with telecom operators to block malicious links.

Residents are reminded that the Income Tax Department will never ask for money or personal data via WhatsApp or any other messaging app. The police have also requested the public to forward any suspicious content to the official police helpline for verification.