Kochi Police Investigate Rs 1.64 Crore Email Fraud Targeting Lulu Group
Kochi City cyber crime police have launched an investigation into an alleged online fraud in which Lulu Group was cheated of approximately Rs 1.64 crore. Unidentified individuals impersonated representatives of IE Park SRL, an Italian company and long-term business partner, using fake email addresses to send invoices and bank details for gaming equipment payments. Between September 2 and 29, 2026, Lulu Group transferred 150,500 euros to accounts provided by the fraudsters. The case includes charges of cheating, impersonation, and forgery of electronic records.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (47/100). Lens Score 43/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (47–47/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 24 Oct, 06:52 am. Other outlets followed.