Loan shark cases are popping up everywhere in the city. In a recent case, a 34-year-old mess owner from Gowalia Tank has alleged that loan recovery agents circulated morphed photos of him and his son among his relatives. He said even after he repaid the borrowed amount along with interest within seven days, he continues to receive calls from agents. Gamdevi police have filed a case against unknown persons.

The complainant said he received a text message offering a loan on May 3. As he was in need of money at the time, he clicked on the link provided in the message which redirected him to Dutta Rupee. He downloaded the app and filled out his information and on May 4, he received Rs 8,800 through four different transactions along with a text message, asking him to repay the same in eight days.