Hyderabad Police Warns Women of 'Rent Boyfriend' Scams

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar issued a public advisory warning young women against 'rent boyfriend' offers on social media, calling them a new online dating trap by cyber criminals. He said perpetrators seek personal photos and private material to blackmail victims, and urged parents to monitor children's online activity. Victims are advised to report to the Cyber Crime Helpline 1930 or cybercrime.gov.in.