10-Second Verification Checklist

Use this when something feels “off” and you must decide quickly:

1. Publisher must be: Karnataka State Police / Government of Karnataka

2. Links must end with: .gov.in or .nic.in

3. Permissions should NOT include: microphone, contacts, file access, payments

4. Google Ads can be fake — always scroll past ads

5. Never join video calls claiming to be police

If anything feels unusual: stop → verify → then act.

TL;DR (Should You Read This?)

Fake police apps, cloned government websites, fake helpline ads, and AI-generated police calls are rising sharply across Karnataka.

This guide shows you:

• The real Karnataka Police apps

• How scammers clone apps and run fake ads

• How to detect scams in under 10 seconds

• What to do if you interacted with a suspicious caller/app

• How to get a free legitimacy check from Cyber Secify

If you live in Karnataka or have family/friends here, this guide can prevent major financial and privacy damage.

Why This Guide Matters

Karnataka is experiencing a surge in digital impersonation crimes. Scammers now use:

• Fake police apps

• Deepfake video calls

• Spoofed caller IDs

• Google Ads impersonating the government

• Fake verification portals

• WhatsApp “FIR” threats

• AI-generated police voices

Below are two real scam patterns affecting Bengaluru residents today.

Incident 1 — Fake KYC Verification / Fake App Scam

A Bengaluru resident searched “KYC update” on Google.
The top result — a sponsored ad — led to a fake app that looked fully legitimate.

Once installed, the app:

• Showed a professional UI

• Displayed fake “verified” badges

• Asked for PAN, Aadhaar, and contact sync

• Requested “small test deposits”

• Threatened account freeze

Within minutes:

• Money was siphoned

• Contacts were harvested

• WhatsApp threats of “FIR filing” began

The scam relies on the same formula used in digital arrest scams:
credibility + urgency + authority + professional design.

Incident 2 — Digital Arrest Scam

In another case, scammers digitally “arrested” a Bengaluru resident using AI-generated voices.

The pattern:

• Caller ID showed a spoofed “Police Helpline”

• Victim told their Aadhaar or parcel was linked to a crime

• Moved to a video call with someone in a fake uniform

• Shown fabricated FIR PDFs and case files

• Ordered to keep their camera on

• Pressured to transfer money “for verification”

Scammers used:

• AI-generated police voices

• Deepfake video elements

• Fake cybercrime websites

• Spoofed police numbers

• Fake case files and badges

Why This Guide Matters

Karnataka is experiencing a surge in digital impersonation crimes. Scammers now use:

• Fake police apps

• Deepfake video calls

• Spoofed caller IDs

• Google Ads impersonating the government

• Fake verification portals

• WhatsApp “FIR” threats

• AI-generated police voices

Below are two real scam patterns affecting Bengaluru residents today.

Incident 1 — Fake KYC Verification / Fake App Scam

A Bengaluru resident searched “KYC update” on Google.
The top result — a sponsored ad — led to a fake app that looked fully legitimate.

Once installed, the app:

• Showed a professional UI

• Displayed fake “verified” badges

• Asked for PAN, Aadhaar, and contact sync

• Requested “small test deposits”

• Threatened account freeze

Within minutes:

• Money was siphoned

• Contacts were harvested

• WhatsApp threats of “FIR filing” began

The scam relies on the same formula used in digital arrest scams:
credibility + urgency + authority + professional design.

Incident 2 — Digital Arrest Scam

In another case, scammers digitally “arrested” a Bengaluru resident using AI-generated voices.

The pattern:

• Caller ID showed a spoofed “Police Helpline”

• Victim told their Aadhaar or parcel was linked to a crime

• Moved to a video call with someone in a fake uniform

• Shown fabricated FIR PDFs and case files

• Ordered to keep their camera on

• Pressured to transfer money “for verification”

Scammers used:

• AI-generated police voices

• Deepfake video elements

• Fake cybercrime websites

• Spoofed police numbers

• Fake case files and badges

These scams are psychologically coercive. Even highly educated people fall for them.

Fake vs Genuine App — Quick Table

This helps you avoid unsafe lookalikes.

Free First-Level Verification (Community Safety Initiative)

Cyber Secify provides free Level 1 legitimacy checks for:

• Apps

• Google/Instagram/Facebook ads

• WhatsApp messages

• Caller IDs & video calls

• Screenshots

• Websites & links

• Digital ID cards

• KYC requests

• Police impersonation attempts

Level 2 (Paid Only If Needed):
Deepfake detection, network behaviour analysis, metadata analysis, OSINT profiling, document authenticity, website inspection.
Your safety first — payment only if deeper work is needed.

1. What Is the KSP App?

The genuine Karnataka State Police (KSP) app provides:

• Emergency SOS

• Women’s safety tools

• Crime reporting

• Staff/tenant verification

• FIR & complaint tracking

• Public safety alerts

SEO Note: The genuine KSP app download link is always found on the official Karnataka Police website.

Only download apps from official government publishers on Google Play.

2. Who Should Use the KSP App?

• Women & students

• Families & elderly

• SMB owners & founders

• Daily commuters

• Cybercrime victims

3. Official Karnataka Police Apps (2025): Quick Comparison)

4. How to Verify a Police App, Ad, Website, or Message

Always check:

1. Publisher Name — must be govt

2. Email Domain — @gov.in / @nic.in only

3. Permissions — avoid unnecessary access

4. Update History — outdated = risky

5. Source Link — must be gov domain

6. Official Announcements — KSP Twitter/X

7. Downloads & Reviews — low = danger

8. Fake Ads — often sponsored

9. Fake Calls — AI voice cloning is common

5. Key Features of the KSP App

• Emergency SOS

• Women’s safety tools

• Crime reporting

• Staff/tenant verification

• Complaint/FIR tracking

• Public advisories

6. AI Impersonation & Deepfake Risks

Scammers now impersonate:

• Police

• Government officials

• Bank representatives

• Cybercrime authorities

Cyber Secify helps verify:

• Caller authenticity

• Deepfake video/voice

• App/site legitimacy

• Document tampering

7. If You Suspect a Fake App, Message, or Call — Do This

1. Do not uninstall the app

2. Disconnect the internet

3. Stop responding

4. Capture screenshots/recordings

5. Do NOT share Aadhaar, PAN, OTP

6. Send it to Cyber Secify via Email: contact@cybersecify.com or WhatsApp/Call: +91 99869 98333

7. If confirmed fake → report on cybercrime.gov.in

8. Protect Your Family & Friends

Victims include:

• Parents

• Elders

• Non-tech users

• Tech users too

Give them these rules:

• Never install apps from ads

• Never join police video calls

• Never share OTP or Aadhaar

• Never send money “for verification”

• Never click on links from unknown numbers

• Always contact you or Cyber Secify before acting

9. Evidence to Collect Before Reporting (Very Important)

If you interacted with scammers, collect:

• Screenshots

• Caller ID

• Call recordings

• App permissions

• URLs or links

• Transaction IDs

• Chat history

• Fake documents

This makes reporting faster and improves recovery chances.

10. How the KSP App Strengthens Karnataka’s Safety Ecosystem

• Reduces police station visits

• Simplifies reporting

• Helps victims take correct steps

• Supports SMBs

• Improves statewide digital + physical safety

11. Cyber Secify’s Role in Public & Digital Safety

We help citizens and businesses through:

• Grey-Box Penetration Testing (AI Apps, Web, API & more)

• Security Consulting

• Privacy Advisory

• OSINT for key individuals

• Cybercrime victim support

• Digital Incident Response

• Safety awareness training

Our mission: Keep Karnataka safe — physically and digitally.

Final Thoughts

Karnataka’s digital policing systems are strong — but scammers now exploit AI, impersonation, and cloned apps to target residents daily.
Verification is now a life-saving habit.
If something feels unusual: verify first — trust later.

Need Help? Contact Cyber Secify

🌐 https://cybersecify.com
📞 +91 99869 98333
📧 contact@cybersecify.com
📍 Bengaluru, India

Free Legitimacy Check: apps, ads, callers, websites, documents.
Advanced Investigation: paid only if deeper analysis is required.

Resources

Official Police & Government Sources

• Karnataka State Police – https://ksp.karnataka.gov.in

• Bengaluru City Police – https://bcp.karnataka.gov.in

• 112 Emergency Response – https://112.gov.in

• KSP Public Services – https://ksp.karnataka.gov.in/page/Services/en

Karnataka Police Scam Alerts

• Bengaluru City Police Alerts – https://twitter.com/blrcitypolice

• Karnataka CID Cyber Crime – https://cybercrime.karnataka.gov.in

• National Cybercrime Portal – https://cybercrime.gov.in

CERT-In Advisories

• Fake Govt Apps – https://www.cert-in.org.in

• Deepfake Advisory – https://www.cert-in.org.in/s2cMainServlet?pageid=PUBSCADVISORY01

Disclaimer

This guide is for public awareness only. Cyber Secify is an independent cybersecurity consultancy and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Karnataka Police or any government department. For emergencies or legal reporting, always contact official authorities.